This systematic review aimed to identify the most important social, environmental, biological, and/or genetic risk factors for intellectual disability. ...

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

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• 2018
• January 2018

Middle ear infections are one of the main reasons that children visit a GP, are prescribed antibiotics and need surgery. Aboriginal children are particularly susceptible and commonly suffer from hearing loss which can affect speech and learning. ...

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Characterised by varying degrees of difficulties in communication skills and social abilities, one in every 100 individuals will have a diagnosis of an autism spectrum condition. While autism is known to run in families, the exact causes remain unknown. ...

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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. ...

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Language is one of the most remarkable developmental accomplishments of early childhood. Language connects us with others and is an essential tool for literacy, education, employment and lifelong learning. ...

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A severe neurodevelopmental disorder mostly affecting girls. ...

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The science that interprets the way nutrients and other substances in food affect maintenance, growth, reproduction, health and disease. ...

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Immunisation is the most effective way of protecting your child against a range of serious illnesses, including measles, hepatitis B and whooping cough. All vaccines used in Australia undergo stringent testing and ongoing monitoring. ...

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