Autism
Adults who self-identify as autistic are a growing demographic, with many lacking a formal diagnosis. Recent research has shed light on their unique characteristics, experiences, and needs. A cross-sectional, mixed-methods study of self-identifying autistic adults (n = 147) and those with a formal diagnosis (n = 115) found significant differences in demographics,
Health care reform
A research team at Charles Sturt University has found significant improvements in wellbeing and life satisfaction among adolescents aged 14 to 18 years, thanks to a nature-based, trauma-informed mental health service operating in Northern NSW. The Human Nature program, which provides person-centred mental health support services to young people with
Mental health
A recent study from the University of New South Wales has shed light on the complexities of co-occurring neurodevelopmental conditions in children, highlighting the need for a transdiagnostic approach to diagnosing and assessing these conditions. According to the research, approximately 8% of all children experience developmental and mental health conditions,
Autism
As parents, receiving a diagnosis of autism in their child can be a daunting and overwhelming experience, filled with questions and concerns about their future. According to Dr. Kelly Castro Cisneros, a psychiatrist from the Mental Health Directorate of the Ministry of Health (Minsa), autism is a condition of neurodevelopment
Menopause
Millions of women in the United States experience menopause each year, yet it remains a stigmatized and under-discussed topic. To address this gap, clinicians and researchers have created MyMenoplan.org, a comprehensive and evidence-based website offering personalized menopause information and decision-making tools. The website is free, open to everyone, and
Autism
Researchers at Linkoping University have conducted a new study on Developmental Diseases and Conditions - Autism, publishing their findings in the journal Autism In Adulthood. The study aimed to identify the social interaction styles of autistic individuals, which are determined by neural differences across multiple brain systems. The researchers found
Autism
A new study has shed light on the multifaceted challenges faced by parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The research, conducted by a team of scholars from the School of Rehabilitation Sciences in China, aimed to investigate the association between parental resilience and affiliate stigma, as well as
Autism
A new study published in Philanthropy: Journal of Psychology has explored the impact of parenting patterns on self-care development in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The research, conducted by Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana, found that authoritative parenting, which balances freedom and guidance, is effective in promoting self-care abilities in
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Researchers from the University of Western Australia have published a new report on attention deficit hyperactivity disorders (ADHD), shedding light on the mental health challenges faced by young people with ADHD symptoms. The study, based on a qualitative approach, explores the perspectives of 12 teachers from independent secondary schools in
Autism
Flourishing in children with autism is a positive indicator of emotional, social, and cognitive development. A recent study, funded by the Health Resources And Services Administration, found that children with autism who receive comprehensive and coordinated care are more likely to flourish compared to those without such care. The study
Mental health
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has sounded the alarm on a silent global epidemic of loneliness, with an estimated 871,000 people dying from it annually. According to a report by the WHO Commission on Social Connection, loneliness is now considered a serious public health threat, affecting one in six
Autism
Researchers at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine have described a rare case of an adult with neurodevelopmental disorder and autism spectrum disorder caused by a pathogenic variant in the NCKAP1 gene. The study highlights the importance of addressing the needs of adults with autism and developmental disabilities, who
