Webinar: Do Implicit Racial Biases Matter in Autism?
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Brian Boyd discusses implicit racial bias and how it affects access to services in autism.
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This collection of articles, family stories, and webinars provides information about the autism experiences of people from different backgrounds. It also lays out what scientists are learning about issues such as access to care and stigma.
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Autism Advocacy Advice for Families of Color
Children of color often get fewer autism services. What can parents do to help overcome these disparities?
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Who Receives the Most Services for Autism?
Some children with autism receive fewer services than others, and those differences are often associated with their race, ethnicity, or family income.
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Webinar: Who’s Afraid of…Sex Education?
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Eileen Crehan discusses sexuality and relationship education for autistic learners and LGBTQ+ youth.
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A Series of Firsts: The Autism Journey of the Lee Family
When it comes to autism, the Lee family is often among the first to try a new program.
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Overcoming Barriers to Help a Son with Autism
When her son was diagnosed with autism, one mother decided to do everything she could to help him, including returning to school to study applied behavior analysis.
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The Importance of Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Autism Research
SPARK wants to increase racial and ethnic diversity in autism research. Learn what it’s doing to reach communities that are underrepresented.
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The Autism Journey of the Rivera-Padua Family
Despite Hurricane Maria and a move, a family keeps its focus on helping a son, and others, with autism.
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Webinar: Timing of the Diagnosis of Autism in African American Children
In this recorded webinar, Dr. John Constantino talks about his research into the disparities in the timing of autism diagnoses.
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Autistic People More Likely to Identify as LGBTQ
People on the autism spectrum are more likely to identify as LGBTQ than the general population, according to research.
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