Our findings illustrate the vulnerabilities of children born to foreign women from low and middle-income countries ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2019
• August 2019

About 2 per cent of children are estimated to have an intellectual disability. The cause of the condition is unknown in at least 50 per cent of cases. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Research Topics

Developmental Coordination Disorder is a lifelong disability impacting most aspects of daily living that involve movement. With an estimated prevalence of ~5% of children, the disorder affects an average of one to two children in every Australian classroom. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Research Topics

Mental health conditions and problems are often reported in children and adolescents with CP. A systematic review was undertaken to describe their prevalence. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2018
• January 2018

This study aimed to describe overall survival and adult health in those with Rett syndrome. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2014
• June 2014

Families participating in the population-based and longitudinal Australian Rett Syndrome Database whose daughter had undergone spinal fusion provided data on... ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2014
• April 2014

Pathogenic variants in the CDKL5 gene result in CDKL5 deficiency disorder (CDD), which is characterized by early-onset epilepsy, severe developmental delay, and often, cortical visual impairment. Validated clinical outcome measures are needed for future clinical trials to be successful. This study aimed to adapt the Rett Syndrome Hand Function Scale for CDKL5 deficiency disorder and evaluate its feasibility, acceptability, content validity, and reliability. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2022
• May 2022

Cyclin-dependent kinase-like 5 (CDKL5) gene pathogenic variants result in CDKL5 deficiency disorder (CDD). Early onset intractable epilepsy and severe developmental delays are prominent symptoms of CDD. Comorbid sleep disturbances are a major concerning symptom for families. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2022
• April 2022

Social advantage may provide some protection for dental health in individuals with Rett syndrome ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2018
• November 2018

We describe the choice-making abilities of girls and women with Rett syndrome. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2018
• March 2018