Health and wellbeing – Page 4 – Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre

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Early identification of Autism: Why it’s important and why we need to have this conversation with parents

The Social Attention and Communication Study (SACS) has been pivotal in early autism identification since 2005. By recognising developmental differences in children as young as two, the program helps families access crucial services earlier, improving outcomes for both children and parents.

mdenham September 27, 2013

Autism and sleep Health and wellbeing Study summary

The Influence of Bedding and Sleep Hygiene Factors on Sleep in Children Aged 2-5 Years

Late last year 96 primary caregivers of 101 children aged 2 to 5 years (average age 4 years) participated in an anonymous survey titled ‘Bedding, Diet and Sleep in Children aged 2 to 5 Years’. The survey was funded by Australian Wool Innovation. The following is a summary of the main findings.

mdenham June 11, 2013

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Bound Together – Autism and Emotional Attachment

Learn how psychologists, speech pathologists, and educators collaborate to support Autistic children in school.

mdenham April 18, 2013