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ORIGINS sub-projects are investigating the best way to provide support to new parents and their influence on the health and development of their offspring.
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Early biomarkers predictive of autismThis study aims to investigate the cellular and molecular profiles of the immune system in infants at high/low risk for Autism, as determined through clinical assessment.


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Healthy and happy toiletingIn this blog, Occupational Therapist Ally Raphael offers tips for successful toilet training.


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Unpacking PACT - Katie's storyPACT is a program for caregivers of children who would like some additional support to understand their child’s communication.

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News you can use: how to cope with burnoutWith the school year now well underway, it’s not uncommon for kids to start feeling the stress of assignments, homework and extracurricular activities.

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Community rallies to embrace youth mental healthAustralia’s first comprehensive research centre focused on mental health from birth to 25 years has been launched today in Perth.
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A wellbeing program to promote mental health in paediatric burn patients: Study protocolOne of the most traumatic injuries a child can experience is a severe burn. Despite improvements in medical treatments which have led to better physical outcomes and reduced mortality rates for paediatric burns patients, the psychological impact associated with experiencing such a traumatic injury has mostly been overlooked. This is concerning given the high incidence of psychopathology amongst paediatric burn survivors.

Helping children build resilience and cope with the trauma associated with medical emergencies and chronic health conditions is the focus of a promising pilot program being undertaken by The Kids Research Institute Australia.