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ARI’s free autism research and treatment webinars for people with autism, parents, physicians, and other professionals are made possible by generous donor support.
The Benefits and Challenges of Using Social Media: Reducing Risks through Joint Problem-Solving and Digital Literacy
Xinru Page, Ph. D., discusses the benefits and challenges of using social media for autistic young adults. She cites recent survey studies involving autistic people, support networks,
The Science of Making Friends for Autistic Youth: Lessons from the UCLA PEERS Program
Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson discusses the importance of friendships during development and the prevalence of peer rejection and neglect across populations. She introduces The Program for the Education and
The Low-Hanging Fruit: Exploring Monogenic Syndromes with Elevated Rates of Autism
Dr. Daniel Vogt, Ph.D., explores monogenic syndromes and what they can tell us about the underlying causes of autism. He describes signaling pathways critical in early development,
Gender, Sexuality, and Autism
Dr. Wenn Lawson, Ph.D., delves into the intersection of autism, sexuality, and gender. He describes monotropism as a theory of attention and addresses common sex differences
Autism and Trauma
Dr. Connor Kerns discusses research on the prevalence, sources, and impact of traumatic experiences in autistic people. She underscores the prevalence of childhood adversity in autistic groups
Research Update: Blood-brain barrier dysfunction in Pediatric Acute Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Regulation
Dr. Jennifer Frankovich reviews what we know about the underlying mechanisms, trajectories, and symptoms of Pediatric Acute Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS). She discusses the role of the
Changes in Autism Symptoms Across Childhood
Dr. Waizbard-Bartov discusses changes in autism symptoms across childhood. She outlines the Autism Phenome Project and study methods for her recent work. The speaker presents findings on
Autism and Sleep – Research Updates
Dara S. Manoach, Ph.D., discusses research updates on autism and sleep. She outlines aspects of a good night’s sleep and emphasizes the role of sleep
Autism & Aging – Cognition and Well-being
Hilde Geurts, Ph.D., discusses the impact of aging on health, quality of life, and cognition in autistic adults. She discusses aging in the general population and