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Preeclampsia is a pregnancy disorder characterized by hypertension. Epidemiological studies have associated preeclampsia with an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in offspring, such as autism and schizophrenia. Preeclampsia has also been linked with maternal vitamin D deficiency, another candidate risk factor also associated with autism.

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The provision of timely, effective, and socially valid non-pharmacological intervention is at the core of efforts to support the development of young autistic children. These efforts are intended to support children to develop skills, empower their caregivers, and lay the foundation for optimal choice, independence, and quality of life into adulthood.

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The Kids Research Institute Australia autism researcher Professor Andrew Whitehouse has been inducted as a Fellow to the International Society for Autism Research (INSAR),  making him just the fourth Australian to be bestowed the honour.

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A child-led therapy that supports the social development of babies showing early signs of autism has found a significant reduction in social communication difficulties in babies who received the therapy, according to new research led by CliniKids at The Kids Research Institute Australia.

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Clinical Lead, Psychology

Find out more about Speech Pathology services at CliniKids.

A cognitive assessment is a valuable tool to better understand how a child thinks, learns, and processes information.

CliniKids runs a range of information sessions for parents and caregivers.

Telehealth service delivery is used extensively in allied health to provide services to individuals who are not able to attend therapy sessions face to face.

Our families have the opportunity to be involved in autism research conducted at CliniKids.