Traits and characteristics qualitatively similar to those seen in diagnosed autism spectrum disorder can be found to varying degrees in the general population. To measure these traits and facilitate their use in autism research, several questionnaires have been developed that provide broad measures of autistic traits [e.g. Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ), Broad Autism Phenotype Questionnaire (BAPQ)]. However, since their development, our understanding of autism has grown considerably, and it is arguable that existing measures do not provide an ideal representation of the trait dimensions currently associated with autism. Our aim was to create a new measure of autistic traits that reflects our current understanding of autism, the Comprehensive Autism Trait Inventory (CATI). ...

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Asperger's, also known as Asperger syndrome (AS), is a type of autism spectrum disorder that affects social skills, social interaction and nonverbal communication. ...

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Here’s a quick look at some of the published research to come out of CliniKids recently (June 2021 newsletter) ...

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CliniKids runs training in ia range of areas for clinicians and autism professionals in addition to workshops for parents, caregivers and families. ...

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Language key to autism inclusivity We know words matter and now new research looking at autism terminology has shone the spotlight on what autistic ...

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Citation: Hill NTM, McGorry PD, Robinson J. Suicide by young Australians, 2006–2015: a cross-sectional analysis of national coronial data. Med J Aust ...

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Young children who have developmental delay, autism, or other neurodevelopmental conditions can have difficulties doing things in different areas of their life. What they can and cannot do is called their level of functioning. There are lots of assessment measures that aim to assess functioning. ...

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Angela Wright Bennett Professor of Autism Research at Telethon Kids Institute; Director, CliniKids ...

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