Job support needs of people with a disability
Employment can bring positive outcomes for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but new analysis says more long-term support is needed to help individuals reach their […]
Eating disorders potentially hiding autism diagnosis
Young people with eating disorders may also have underlying and undiagnosed autism spectrum disorder, according to Flinders University researchers. Led by Professor Robyn Young from the […]
Sleep in children with autism
Autistic children are often prescribed medication, including for sleep conditions such as insomnia. But is this leading to overmedication? New Flinders University research supported by the […]
Support for adults with autism
Autistic adults may have different behaviours or perspectives in the workplace or in social situations which may lead them into compromised situations. Some might be excluded […]
Autism scan unveiled at launch of transformative hub
A promising new method to detect autism in children through a simple eye scan aims to identify the condition years earlier than is currently possible. The […]
Ready, set, learn: guide for autism and starting school
Schooling for children with autism should not be overwhelming, but does require considered planning and careful processes. A book providing educational solutions for children with autism […]
Research seeks child’s eye insights to cast light on autism
Inspired by his son, Flinders optometry researcher Dr Paul Constable has commenced working with Yale Child Study Center and Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital on links […]
School’s out for autism teachers
Up to 50 schools are better equipped to teach children living with autism as a result of a State Government-funded program at Flinders University. The special […]
New course to teach our teachers about autism
Flinders University to design and teach a specialised postgraduate course in teaching children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to 80 teachers from across the State.