
Mental health, disability in the justice system
Gaze aversion, lack of emotional expression, repetitive body movements, or speaking in monologue tone can sway people’s judgement of another’s credibility and honesty – notably in […]
Gaze aversion, lack of emotional expression, repetitive body movements, or speaking in monologue tone can sway people’s judgement of another’s credibility and honesty – notably in […]
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 […]
Flinders University researchers will be buoyed by $472,908 in additional funding from the Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation of SA for a range of new projects […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sleep deprivation – from lifestyle choices, pandemic stress, or late-night computer study – can quickly lead to loss of energy and function during the day and […]
Autistic adults can be wrongly perceived as deceptive and lacking credibility, Flinders University researchers say, with this working against many caught in the legal system. In […]
Identification of autism, followed by appropriate intervention, has the potential to improve outcomes for autistic individuals – but Flinders University experts say that presently not enough […]
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 […]