Research Database
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Peer-reviewed autism studies, evidence-graded and summarised in plain English. Built for families navigating interventions, NDIS plans, and school support.
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Diagnosis
Early signs, diagnostic tools, adult diagnosis, differential diagnosis
Early Signs
Recognising early indicators of autism in infants and toddlers
Diagnostic Tools
ADOS-2, ADI-R, and other assessment instruments
Adult Diagnosis
Late diagnosis of autism in adults
Neuroscience
Brain development, genetics, neuroimaging, gut-brain axis
Genetics
Genetic factors and heritability in autism
Gut-Brain Axis
Microbiome research and gastrointestinal connections
Brain Development
Neurological development patterns in autism
Anxiety
Co-occurring anxiety disorders in autistic individuals
ADHD
Co-occurring ADHD and autism
Sleep Disorders
Sleep difficulties in autistic individuals
Sensory Processing
Sensory differences and sensory integration
Gastrointestinal
GI issues and dietary considerations
Early Childhood
Research focused on ages 0-5
School Age
Research focused on ages 6-12
Adolescence
Research focused on ages 13-17
Adulthood
Research focused on adults 18+
Employment
Workplace support and autistic employment
Independent Living
Skills and supports for independent living
Mental Health
Mental health and wellbeing in autistic people
Caregiver Wellbeing
Supporting parents and carers of autistic individuals
NDIS Outcomes
Research on NDIS effectiveness for autism
Australian Prevalence
Prevalence data specific to Australia
Rural and Remote Access
Service access challenges in regional Australia
Australian Policy
Government policy affecting autistic Australians
Interventions
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