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Bone mass and density are low in females with Rett syndrome.
Mothers of a child with autism spectrum disorder have more psychiatric disorders after the birth of their child.
The deficits associated with intellectual disability (ID) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD)place a burden on their co-residing families which may impact...
This study aimed to describe overall survival and adult health in those with Rett syndrome.
Whilst gastrostomy insertion was associated with lower survival rates than children without gastrostomy, survival improved with time
Children with CP and intellectual disability, particularly from minority backgrounds, were at higher risk of being admitted to hospital after the first year of life
Gastrostomy was associated with health benefits including reduced all-cause and epilepsy hospitalizations, but was not protective against acute LRTI
In this population-based cohort that included 2,084 children with autism aged ≤6 years, over one-third met the criteria for motor difficulties
In 2024–2025, we listened to 40 siblings from across Australia share their experiences of family life and social connection. Most had a brother or sister with developmental disability, and others did not. Together, they offered open and thoughtful reflections on roles and responsibilities at home, friendships, fam
The studies this project has conducted