Anxiety’s Toll on Children and Adults with Autism
An extraordinary number of children and adults with autism also have an anxiety disorder. This is part one of a two-part series.
Read MoreThe road to adulthood can be interesting, fun, and difficult. But the teen years and transition to adulthood can be even more challenging for autistic teens and young adults. The articles and webinars listed below describe what researchers are learning about this age group — from puberty to education to friendship to finding employment.
An extraordinary number of children and adults with autism also have an anxiety disorder. This is part one of a two-part series.
Read MorePeople on the autism spectrum are more likely to identify as LGBTQ than the general population, according to research.
Read MoreDo teens with autism, especially girls, hide aspects of themselves to fit in socially? A study with SPARK participants had some surprising results.
Read MoreDr. Wendy Chung shares results from a survey completed by 636 autistic adults in SPARK.
Read MoreThe most common psychiatric issues found were anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Read MoreIn this recorded webinar, Vanessa Bal, Ph.D., discusses the process and choices involved in getting a diagnosis as an adult.
Read MoreAshleigh Warren had questions about autism spectrum disorder. Why do relatively few girls and women have autism? Why are many people on the spectrum sensitive to sound or touch?
Read MoreIn this webinar, Roma Vasa and Elizabeth Wise share information about research on anxiety and depression in autism. They also provide information about various treatments for anxiety and depression.
Read MoreElaine Hamilton spent years helping families of children with disabilities. So when she was asked to publicize SPARK, she decided to go a step further.
Read MoreIn this webinar, Micah Mazurek, Ph.D., and Latha Soorya, Ph.D. discuss their research on making friends and improving social skills for individuals with autism. This webinar is 60 minutes long.
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