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Why an Autism Diagnosis is So Important

Receiving an autism diagnosis is often a pivotal moment in an individual’s life. For many, it provides clarity, guidance, and access to much-needed support. In Australia, autism is one of the most common... read more

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Carer Gateway - Carer Support

Sponsored by Carer Gateway
Emotional and practical services and support for carers of all ages. Getting help through Carer Gateway... read more

National Autism Helpline - Support and advice are only a phone call away.

Sponsored by Amaze
Help is only a phone call away with Autism Connect, the national autism helpline. This time of year ... read more

Steve Silberman, who changed autistic lives with Neurotribes, has died. He captured ‘a civil rights movement being born’

Amanda Tink, University of South Australia Steve Silberman, author of NeuroTribes, a groundbreaking ... read more

Autistic Singer Lizzie Hosking's Career Soars with Scouted Performance and New Single Release

Watch the name Lizzie Hosking! Lizzie Hosking's music career is rapidly gaining momentum, a success ... read more

Mealtimes can be tough when your child is autistic or has ADHD. Here are 5 tips to try

Stella Boyd-Ford, The University of Queensland and Clare Dix, The University of Queensland Gathering... read more

What is AuDHD? 5 important things to know when someone has both autism and ADHD

Tamara May, Monash University You may have seen some new ways to describe when someone is autistic and... read more

I took "Hey Lemonade" for a Test Run and Can Officially Say it is ADHD Approved by Me!

I have no patience for traditional mindfulness or mental health tools. They often fall into the "too... read more

The Unspoken Reality of Being the Default Parent as a Women.

In the intricate dance of parenting, there exists a role often overlooked yet silently assumed—the... read more

Understanding Autism with a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Profile

Autism encompasses a wide range of characteristics and behaviours, making it diverse and multifaceted.... read more

A New Hope for Early Autism Detection

Researchers at Flinders University are excited about the global adoption of their early screening tool... read more

Beyond Perceptions - Book Launch

I'm thrilled to announce that you can now download my new ebook, "Beyond Perceptions," for free for ... read more

Autistic Meltdown V Tantrum

An autistic meltdown is an intense response to overwhelming stimuli, often triggered by sensory overload,... read more

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