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Harmonizing the CBCL and SDQ ADHD scores by using linear equating, kernel equating, item response theory and machine learning methodsA problem that applied researchers and practitioners often face is the fact that different institutions within research consortia use different scales to evaluate the same construct which makes comparison of the results and pooling challenging.
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Assessing Restricted and Repetitive Behaviours in Online-Sampled Autistic and Non-autistic Individuals: Factor Structure of the Repetitive Behaviours Questionnaire for Adults (RBQ-2A)The Repetitive Behaviours Questionnaire for Adults (RBQ-2A) measures two factors of restricted and repetitive behaviours (RRBs) associated with autism. However, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) provides four criteria for RRBs: repetitive motor behaviours, insistence on sameness, restricted interests, and interest in sensory aspects of the environment (or atypical sensitivity).
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Parent experiences of their children’s diagnosis with autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or both conditionsA comparison of parents’ experiences of getting a diagnosis for their child with autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and both diagnoses can inform our understanding of common and unique themes across these neurodevelopmental conditions.
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“He Sees his Autism as a Strength, Not a Deficit Now”: A Repeated Cross-Sectional Study Investigating the Impact of Strengths-Based Programs on Autistic AdolescentsRecent studies have reported that strengths-based programs, leveraging autistic adolescents' abilities and interests, could improve their skills and facilitate social engagement. However, little is known about the long-term impact of strengths-based approaches. This study aimed to explore the long-term outcomes of community strengths-based programs designed to support autistic adolescents in developing interests and skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) and the factors influencing their participation in these programs.
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Importance of boredomIn this blog, Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Lead (Psychology) Dr Mei’en Lim offers families — both parents and children — advice on how to embrace boredom.
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Sharing attention for connection, communication and learningIn this new blog, Speech Pathologist Emma Corry looks at the importance of shared attention for connection, communication and learning.
The CO-OP approach guides children to independently discover and develop cognitive strategies to perform the necessary tasks of everyday living.
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Preparing for the holidaysIn this blog, Occupational Therapy Lead Marie Rodatz looks at the strategies to support a great school holiday outing for your autistic child.
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Diagnosis and the ADOS: The essentials parents and clinicians need to knowIn this blog, you can read about one of the most common tools used in the autism diagnostic process – the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule.
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Building the foundations of communicationSenior Speech Pathologist Sally Grauaug looks at how to build the foundations of communication with your child.