A limited number of specialists are able to diagnose and treat ADHD, making it difficult to even start the process of getting diagnosed. Should GPs play a greater role?
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Our study shows when children first present for neurodevelopmental assessment they are also likely to have mental health concerns.
Some services require a formal diagnosis of autism or ADHD – but there is much parents and carers can do to support their child and their own wellbeing.
Parents and carers might be worried a child is slow to talk or can’t seem to maintain attention. But getting a proper assessment can take years and connecting to support, even longer.
The evidence shows most children who exhibit criminal behaviour will grow out of it by adulthood. But only if given the chance.
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a multifaceted disorder. There are complex reasons why this population may be at higher risk for suicide, suicide attempts and suicidal ideation.
If you think you have ADHD, getting a diagnosis can be a long, frustrating and often expensive process. But it can give you access to treatments and change how you see yourself.
Premature infants are at risk of impaired brain development. Adding creatine to the intravenous solution used to feed them may lower that risk.
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Professor and Clinical Psychologist, Michael Crouch Chair in Child and Youth Mental Health, University of Sydney
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Sydney
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Associate professor, University of Sydney
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Associate Professor of Education, University of Calgary
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Adjunct Professor, Psychology, Laurentian University
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Postdoctoral Researcher (Department of Psychology) & Course Instructor (Department of Biochemistry), Memorial University of Newfoundland
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Professor, Social Work, University of Calgary
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Invited User
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Research Development Manager, Telethon Kids Institute
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Program Director for the Bachelor of Education, Griffith University
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Bennett Chair of Autism, Telethon Kids Institute, The University of Western Australia
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Financial Markets Foundation Chair of Developmental Mental Health, The University of Melbourne
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Psychologist and Research Associate in the Department of Paediatrics, Monash University
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Associate Professor in Law, Australian National University
