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Parenting is a rewarding experience but is not without its challenges. Parents of Autistic children face additional challenges, and as a result can experience lower levels of wellbeing and more mental health problems (i.e., depression, anxiety, stress). Previous studies have identified concurrent correlates of wellbeing and mental health.

Estimates of the prevalence of intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder may vary depending on the methodology, geographical location, and sources of ascertainment. The National Disability Insurance Scheme in Australia was introduced progressively from 2016 to provide individualized funding for eligible people with a significant and permanent disability.

Professional supports play an important role in aiding autistic children's learning, participation, and overall wellbeing. Yet, limited research exists on stakeholders' perspectives and preferences regarding targeted outcomes for children undergoing support facilitated by professionals.

Findings show that indicators of a poor intrauterine environment are associated with an elevated risk of ID, while for ASD, and particularly ASD without ID,...

Our findings provide additional insight into the early clinical profile of Rett syndrome.

Increased prenatal testosterone exposure has been hypothesized as a mechanism underlying autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

An existing randomised controlled trial was used to investigate whether multiple ultrasound scans may be associated with the autism phenotype.

This paper reviews relevant literature on whether individuals with SLI exhibit cognitive characteristics reminiscent of autism.

The aim of this paper was to describe the meaning of wellbeing for children and youth with disabilities from their perspective.

No association between early gastrointestinal problems and autistic-like traits in the general population, determine whether gastrointestinal problems, early...