Autism spectrum disorder

The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Australia

Related to Autism, Developmental difficulties and delays

This webpage provides information for parents about Autism Spectrum Disorder, which encompasses Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder and Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified.

It covers:

‘Signs and symptoms’
‘Intellectual ability’
‘Associated problems’
‘Causes’
‘Diagnosis’
‘Treatment’
‘Key points to remember’

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Website

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Raising Children Network

This section of the website provides a vast amount of information for parents and carers about children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Book

Autism spectrum disorder in children

Australian Psychological Society

This booklet provides information for health professionals about the assessment and treatment of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Practitioners Podcast

Autism, neurodiversity, and child-centred practice – part one

Dr Erin Bulluss

Runtime

00:24:32

Released

10/7/20
Research summary

Highlights in child mental health research: May 2024

Prepared by AIFS

This May 2024 research summary provides a selection of recently released papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses related to infant and child mental health. Each summary includes an introductory overview of the content for the month, followed by a list of selected articles. Each article is accompanied by a brief synopsis which presents the key messages and highlights. Links to abstracts, full-text articles and related resources, where available, are provided.
Video

How I get through tough times

Emerging Minds

In this video, children talk about things in their life that help them, to cope with challenges and feel positive feelings and express them through art.
Video

What is child mental health?

Emerging Minds

In this animation, Emm shares some key things every adult should know about children’s mental health.
In focus

Support networks: Building support networks for you and your child

Emerging Minds

Learn about the different types of support available for you and your children, and get tips for building strong, reliable support networks.
In focus

Communication and meaning-making: Why good communication is key to children’s mental health

Emerging Minds

Talk openly with children to help them understand and make meaning of what's happening in their world.
In focus

Routines: Creating family routines to support children’s mental health

Emerging Minds

Create family routines to help children feel secure, reduce stress, and find time for connection and fun.
In focus

Emotions and behaviours: Understanding and supporting children’s feelings and responses

Emerging Minds

Tune into your child's feelings and be curious about what's behind their behaviours, so you can help them understand and express all their emotions in healthy ways.
In focus

Parent-child relationship: How positive connections support children’s wellbeing

Emerging Minds

Build a strong bond with your child by responding warmly and consistently to their needs and making time to connect with them.
In focus

In focus: Understanding children’s mental health

Emerging Minds

This resource aims to help parents (and other adults who care for children) with understanding children’s mental health – what it is, why it’s important for children and what positive mental health looks like.

Autism spectrum disorder

The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Australia

Discover more resources

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder in children

Autism, neurodiversity, and child-centred practice – part one

Highlights in child mental health research: May 2024

How I get through tough times

What is child mental health?

Support networks: Building support networks for you and your child

Communication and meaning-making: Why good communication is key to children’s mental health

Routines: Creating family routines to support children’s mental health

Emotions and behaviours: Understanding and supporting children’s feelings and responses

Parent-child relationship: How positive connections support children’s wellbeing

In focus: Understanding children’s mental health

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