The inner voice
Explore how inner speech influences cognitive tasks in both Autistic and non-Autistic individuals, its role in memory and planning.
Imitation Difficulties Among Children with a Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Social Motivation or Motor-Execution Problem?
OTARC honours student, Lacey Chetcuti, describes her research where she asked preschool Autistic children and 20 children without developmental difficulties to imitate a simple and a more complex action demonstrated on an Apple® iPad® by either a socially engaging and a neutral model.
Diet changes for children
Explore the impact of gluten- and casein-free diets for Autistic children. Learn about the latest research, potential benefits, and challenges of dietary supports for autism.
Autistic children ‘hearing voices’
Hearing voices isn't a typical feature of autism, but mental health conditions like schizophrenia can co-occur with autism. Learn more about this complex relationship.
Bilingual children
Explore whether Autistic children can learn multiple languages and what recent research reveals about bilingualism and autism.
Posted inAsk an Autism Researcher Autism and sleep
Should I use Melatonin to aid my daughter’s sleep?
Learn how to address sleep issues in Autistic children with calming bedtime routines, relaxation techniques, and the potential use of melatonin. Tips on sleep diaries and professional consultations included
Posted inFamily wellbeing SACS
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.
Posted inAsk an Autism Researcher Educational and vocational engagement Teaching and learning with Autism
Choosing a school for a child on the Autism spectrum
What should you consider when selecting the best school for your Autistic child? Learn the differences between mainstream and special schools, their advantages, and challenges, to help make an informed decision.
Posted inAsk an Autism Researcher Educational and vocational engagement Teaching and learning with Autism
School refusal
Learn how psychologists, speech pathologists, and educators collaborate to support Autistic children in school.
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.