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Research

Child and Family Characteristics Associated with Symptoms of Anxiety in Autistic Children: A Biobank Study

Autistic children have an increased likelihood of anxiety, but more research is needed on the characteristics that predict various types of anxiety in this population. 

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Investigating the impact of autistic children's feeding difficulties on caregivers

The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of children's autism characteristics, sensory profiles and feeding difficulties on caregiver-reported impact at mealtimes.

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Investigating Parental Observations of Early Autism Development in Simplex and Multiplex Families

Past research has highlighted the importance of early identification of developmental differences to improve targeted access to early interventions or supports. As such, it is of particular importance in the context of children at elevated likelihood of autism (such as where an older sibling has a diagnosis of autism), to better understand when and which early concerns are important as predictors of which children will benefit from pre-diagnostic supports.

Functional capacity assessments

Functional capacity assessments help families and the NDIS ensure that children receive the right level of support, resources, and funding to achieve their goals.

Inklings Program

Inklings is a program to support babies aged 6-18 months showing early differences in their social interaction and communication development.

People

Olivia Rowland

Registrar Clinical Psychologist

People

Katie Johnson

Occupational Therapist

News & Events

Healthy and happy toileting

In this blog, Occupational Therapist Ally Raphael offers tips for successful toilet training.  

News & Events

Serve and return interactions

In this blog, Speech Pathology Clinical Lead Aria May discusses serve and return interactions to promote connection and communication with your child.

News & Events

Neuro-affirming waiting rooms

In this blog, Occupational Therapy Clinical Lead Marie Rodatz discusses the elements needed to create a neuro-affirming environment that supports neurodiverse individuals.