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Brief Report: Burden of Care in Mothers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Intellectual DisabilityMothers of children with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability have higher rates of treatment episodes for psychiatric disorders
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The relationship between maternal psychiatric disorder, autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability in the child: a composite pictureResearch conducted by this laboratory has previously published four papers examining the relationship between maternal psychiatric disorders and having a...
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Family satisfaction following spinal fusion in Rett syndromeWe evaluated family satisfaction following spinal fusion in girls with Rett syndrome
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Quantitative and qualitative insights into the experiences of children with Rett syndrome and their familiesEarly presentation of Rett syndrome, including regression and challenges for families seeking a diagnosis
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Aspects of speech-language abilities are influenced by MECP2 mutation type in girls with Rett syndromeThis study investigates relationships between methyl-CpG-binding protein 2 gene (MECP2) mutation type and speech-language abilities in girls with Rett syndrome.
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Optimal interpregnancy interval in autism spectrum disorder: A multi-national study of a modifiable risk factorIt is biologically plausible that risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is elevated by both short and long interpregnancy intervals (IPI). We conducted a retrospective cohort study of singleton, non-nulliparous live births.
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The impact of single gene and chromosomal disorders on hospital admissions of children and adolescents: A population-based studyIt is well recognized that genetic disease makes a significant contribution to childhood illness. Here, we present recent population data describing...
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Atypical presentations and specific genotypes are associated with a delay in diagnosis in females with Rett syndromeThere is often delay between onset of Rett syndrome symptoms and its diagnosis, possibly related to symptom presentation or socio-demographic factors.
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A comparison of autism prevalence trends in Denmark and Western AustraliaPrevalence statistics for autism spectrum disorders (ASD) vary widely across geographical boundaries. Some variation can be explained by diagnostic methods...
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Comparing Web-Based Mindfulness With Loving-Kindness and Compassion Training for Promoting Well-Being in Pregnancy: Protocol for a Three-Arm Pilot Randomized Controlled TrialPromoting psychological well-being and preventing distress among pregnant women is an important public health goal. In addition to adversely impacting the mother's health and well-being, psychological distress in pregnancy increases the risk of poor pregnancy outcomes, compromises infant socioemotional development and bonding, and heightens maternal and child vulnerability in the postpartum period. Mindfulness and compassion-based interventions show potential for prevention and early intervention for perinatal distress.