This study aimed to identify guiding principles to underpin assessment and diagnosis of autism to improve the quality, consistency and accuracy of se…
Thyroid hormones affect neurological development and function, but detailed studies of thyroid hormones and metabolites in autism are lacking. The ob…
Early life nutrition is associated with child behaviour; however, the interplay with genetic vulnerability is understudied. We hypothesised that psyc…
The autistic and autism communities have identified improving the quality of life and well-being of autistic people as a key priority. Despite this,…
This lived experience-led scoping review explores the evidence base related to eating disorders/disordered eating behaviours in Autistic trans and ge…
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 si…
The visual representation of Teen Talk study findings
Autistic children demonstrate an increased likelihood of self-injurious behaviours (SIB). To support autistic individuals who exhibit SIB and underst…
The placebo effect is established in clinical trials, but for paediatric research, questions remain about how to best manage its influence. Within th…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by social and communication differences, is complex and aetiologically h…