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The effects of JASPER intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder: A systematic review

Naturalistic developmental behavioural interventions are promising approaches for young children with, or suspected of having, autism spectrum disorder. Joint attention, symbolic play, engagement and regulation intervention (JASPER) is a well-researched naturalistic developmental behavioural intervention but, to date, no reviews have specifically evaluated its effects.

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Comorbidities and quality of life in children with intellectual disability

Many children with intellectual disability live with medical comorbidities. This study examined the impacts of comorbidities on quality of life (QOL) of children with intellectual disabilities and whether impacts varied with caregiver perceptions that medical needs had been met.

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The Kids’ clinical autism service wins WA disability award

CliniKids has won the Allied Health Professionals category at the Western Australian Disability Support Awards, announced at Crown Perth on the weekend.

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World Autism Day: Championing inclusion through research, resources, and support

Today, on World Autism Day, we embrace the theme Celebrating Differences, recognising the unique strengths, perspectives, and contributions of autistic individuals.

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The Kids welcomes support for autistic students

The Kids Research Institute Australia has welcomed the recommendations to come out of the State Government’s inquiry into support for autistic children and young people in schools, released last week.

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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.

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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.

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Healthy and happy toileting

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

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See the latest news and events from CliniKids.

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Unpacking PACT - Katie's story

PACT is a program for caregivers of children who would like some additional support to understand their child’s communication.