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Your chance to contribute and review the National Autism Guidelines

Autism CRC have now released a draft version of the National Guideline for supporting the learning, participation, and wellbeing of autistic children and their families

ADHD looks different in adults. Here are 4 signs to watch for

Tamara May, Monash University and Mark Bellgrove, Monash University Many people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may not receive a diagnosis until adulthood.

The education system is broken. Our Autistic kids have a right to an education.

The education system has failed us. My child is back to remote learning and I have had enough! Someone needs to be accountable for

How to maintain your mental wellbeing as a tired parent.

Maintaining your resilience and wellbeing as a tired parent. is no easy task. According to Kathrine Peereboom, one of the biggest challenges for parents

Hannah Gadsby navigates the mirror maze of trauma as an autistic, gender queer comedian

Clem Bastow, RMIT University Hannah Gadsby navigates the mirror maze of trauma as an autistic, gender queer comedian. There is a moment in Hannah Gadsby’s

ADHD: why it can make it harder to keep eating habits in check – and what you can do about it

Hazel Flight, Edge Hill University People with ADHD know how much the condition can affect all aspects of their life – from how well

Sleep problems in autism, explained

BY HANNAH FURFARO  A good night’s rest isn’t guaranteed for anyone, but it is downright elusive for many people with autism. Individuals on the spectrum

Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria – More than being too “sensitive”

Rejection affects individuals in different ways. Not everyone gets over it quickly or easily. Some people experience what’s known as rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD).

Telehealth cuts as of July 1st. What you need to know.

The federal health minister, Mark Butler, announced on Thursday he would go ahead with a decision of the former government to end a range

Why do students with disability go to ‘special schools’ when research tells us they do better in the mainstream system?

Catherine Smith, The University of Melbourne Earlier this month, the disability royal commission is looking at the experiences of children and young people with

“Cha Cha real smooth” and the breakout autistic actor redefining stereotypes.

“Cha Cha Real Smooth” is the first professional acting role for Venessa Burghardt, who is autistic. Burghardt portrays Lola, the daughter of Dakota Johnson’s

The New NDIS price guide is out, and there are changes you need to be aware of.

The NDIS has standardised pricing that outlines the cost of NDIS supports and services. This is updated yearly; the New 2022 NDIS price guide

The National Autism directory launched their new name in spectacular style last Tuesday night.

Living on the Spectrum launched new name. Kids on the Spectrum officially launched their new name in spectacular style last Tuesday night. Kids on

Bill Shorten has joined TikTok, here is what he wants you to know.

Bill Shorten has joined Tiktok, here is what he wants you to know. The Federal Member for Maribyrnong and the former Shadow National Disability

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