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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

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

What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

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

Heart conditions: Overview

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Learn about different types and possible signs and symptoms of heart conditions in children.

Medications, alcohol and cannabis in breastfeeding

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Learn about the potential effects of using alcohol or cannabis/marijuana while breastfeeding and how to maximize safety when using medications or supplements.

Autism spectrum disorder

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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.

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.

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.

Behavioural resources for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Provides resources that parents can access to help their child with autism who has behavioural problems.

Family support and respite services for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Provides information about the resources available for family support and respite when a child in the family has autism spectrum disorder.

Financial support for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Information about where to obtain financial assistance if you have a child with autism spectrum disorder.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD): Diagnostic criteria

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Learn about the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder.

Sensory and motor services for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Provides information about resources you can access to address sensory motor issues in your child who has autism.

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).

Substance use and substance use disorder

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Share this resource with your teen to help them learn about the risks of substance use and what it means to have a substance use disorder.

Multi-service agencies for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Provides a list and description of the various agencies that provide multiple services to children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Bipolar disorder: Overview

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

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.

School services for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Provides information about the various services that are available in schools for children with autism spectrum disorder. Also provides information about other programs that can be used to help pre-school and school-age children.

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.

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.

Resources for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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There are many resources to provide support to children with ASD and their families. This page contains a list of community and online resources for ASD.

Substance use disorder: How to help

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Discover how to monitor your teen's substance use effectively and what to do if your teen has a substance use disorder.

Substance use and substance use disorder: Overview

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Find out which substances teens use most often, and why, and what to do if you are concerned about your teen’s substance use.

Alcohol

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Learn about alcohol and the associated health risks. Knowing the short- and long-term effects can help you make decisions about using alcohol.