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Investigating associations between birth order and autism diagnostic phenotypesBirth order effects have been linked to variability in intelligence, educational attainment and sexual orientation. First- and later-born children have been linked to an increased likelihood of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis, with a smaller body of evidence implicating decreases in cognitive functioning with increased birth order. The present study investigated the potential association between birth order and ASD diagnostic phenotypes in a large and representative population sample.
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What is neurodiversity?In this blog, Speech Pathologist Emma Corry explores what neurodiversity is, and what it means in the context of supporting autistic children. Many people may have heard the term “neurodiversity” but what does this term actually mean? In this blog, we are going to dive into the foundations of neurodiversity.
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Let's play!This is the start of our CliniKids blog series about play. This week, Speech Pathology Lead Aria May, pictured left, explains why play is so important and why it can be challenging for children on the autism spectrum.
Our award-winning 60 Second Science video series is designed to inform the community about the latest developments in autism research. We have also created videos about our clinical services and current research projects.
CliniKids has developed a range of fact sheets to support everyday activities at home. We've also included links to some resources and websites for parents and carers developed by other support services.
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Mental health seminarCliniKids recently held the second seminar in its online Autism Seminar Series — Supporting mental health and wellbeing in autistic children and young people.
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Supporting autistic children guideline - short courseCliniKids has partnered with Autism CRC to deliver an online self-paced short course which explores the Recommendations included within the National Guideline for supporting the learning, participation, and wellbeing of autistic children and their families in Australia.
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PACT at CliniKidsFamilies who live regionally, remotely, nationally, or overseas – or those who find getting to a clinic appointment challenging – can now access Paediatric Autism Communication Therapy (PACT) via telehealth at CliniKids.
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Frangipani Family DayFrangipani Family Day is an opportunity for CliniKids to celebrate the families we engage with through our clinical services and research.