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Posted inHealth and wellbeing Identification and diagnosis Impact stories

Informing the Finnish Medical Society Duodecim Current Care Guidelines

Research is shaping more informed, individualised, and inclusive care for children with developmental disabilites.
Posted by Alex Haschek April 10, 2024
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Posted inImpact stories SACS

Early autism identification in Aotearoa/New Zealand

Aotearoa’s largest rollout of the world-leading SACS tool is transforming early autism identification by training hundreds of professionals to deliver culturally responsive, life-changing support.
Posted by Alex Haschek March 22, 2024
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Posted inAutism and sleep Impact stories

Improving insomnia symptoms for Autistic adults with co-developed supports

Co-developed with Autistic adults, the SLEAPI program shows promising results in improving sleep and reducing anxiety through a supportive, tailored therapeutic approach.
Posted by Alex Haschek February 12, 2024
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Posted inImpact stories Supports and practices for daily living

Down Syndrome Victoria FitSkills: Exercising made easier with social support

DSV FitSkills is an inclusive, community-based gym program that empowers young people with Down syndrome through fitness, friendship, and tailored support.
Posted by Alex Haschek January 8, 2024
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Contributing to international inclusive care systems and policy guidance

Children with developmental disabilities face systemic barriers, but recent global research and advocacy highlight inclusive, strengths-based approaches to transform care and policy.
Posted by Alex Haschek September 30, 2023
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Posted inEmployment Impact stories

Guiding change: Serbian autism guidelines highlight importance of employment support

Evidence-based research is guiding Serbia’s national autism screening guidelines, emphasising the need for specialised transition planning to improve employment outcomes for Autistic adults.
Posted by Alex Haschek March 21, 2023

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