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What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

Learn about autism spectrum disorder, including the characteristics and causes of autism.

Autism spectrum disorder

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by a specific set of behavioural and developmental problems. Learn how ASD is diagnosed, what kind of program may work for your child and what resources are available.

Social and recreational services for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Provides information about the various social and recreational resources that are available for children with disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD): Diagnostic criteria

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Learn about the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder.

What to do while you wait for an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnostic assessment for your child

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Description of next steps parents or caregivers can take while waiting for an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessment for their child.

Post-diagnosis support for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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What to expect after a child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Supporting your child with a neurodevelopmental disorder through the COVID-19 crisis

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Learn about strategies and ways to help your child with a neurodevelopmental disorder cope during the COVID-19 crisis.

How to talk to your child about COVID-19

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Parents and caregivers play an important role in making sure their children receive honest and accurate information during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Behavioural and learning issues

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Read about various behavioral problems that premature babies may develop as they grow. In general, the most premature babies are more at risk.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: Overview

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Discover the main features and causes of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, which affects one in 20 children.

School Age Child

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Starting school is a landmark in a young child's life. Learn about the typical physical, emotional and communication milestones for school-age children and how to handle issues such as bullying, bladder control and sleep problems.

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

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September is FASD Awareness Month. Learn about the effects of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and how to help a child with FASD.

Bipolar disorder: Overview

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Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder. Find out about the types of bipolar disorder, the symptoms and how it is diagnosed.

Bipolar disorder: Overview

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Learn about the different types of bipolar disorder and how they differ from everyday mood swings.

Developmental paediatricians

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Developmental paediatricians are doctors who specialize in child development. Learn what they do and how they can help your child.

Landau-Kleffner syndrome

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Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for Landau-Kleffner syndrome.

Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC)

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Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a genetic condition. Learn what causes it, and how it is diagnosed and treated.

What does the future hold for a child with epilepsy

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The prognosis of an illness is a forecast of how it will develop and the outcome after treatment. Read about the factors that affect the prognosis of a child with epilepsy.

Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID): Overview

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Learn about the possible causes of Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) and how it differs from picky eating.

Outcomes for premature babies

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Learn about possible outcomes for premature babies.

Binge eating disorder (BED)

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Learn about binge eating disorder, including the signs and symptoms, the causes and who is most likely to be affected by it.

Mental health

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Find resources on how to support your child's mental health and general well-being through physical activity, sleep and nutrition.

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Speech and language development between ages 3 and 5

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Find out how a child’s speech and language skills usually develop between the ages of 3 and 5 years, when to be concerned and what you can do to support communication development.

What is an eating disorder?

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Find out about different types of eating disorders, signs and symptoms and what to do if you think you have an eating disorder.

Bipolar disorder: Treatment with psychotherapy and lifestyle changes

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Discover the different types of psychotherapy and lifestyle changes that can help a child or teen with bipolar disorder.