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What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

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

Behavioural disorders: Treatment with psychotherapy and medications

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Find out which treatments are most effective for behavioural disorders.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD): Diagnostic criteria

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Learn about the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder.

Substance use disorder: Signs and symptoms

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Discover the most common emotional, physical and behavioural signs and symptoms of problematic substance use.

Behavioural disorders: Overview

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Discover the causes of behavioural disorders and when to seek help about a child's behaviour.

Behavioural disorders: Signs and symptoms

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Learn about the main symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder.

Epilepsy: Assessing your child's learning needs

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Read about why your child with epilepsy may require a psychoeducational assessment, who will perform it, and what it may consist of.

Learning disabilities: Overview

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A learning disability can be related to reading, writing or math. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of learning disabilities.

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Learning Hub

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The SickKids Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides care for newborns up to four weeks of age. Find information about life in the NICU, conditions that affect newborns and premature babies and what to expect when leaving the NICU.

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.

Landau-Kleffner syndrome

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

Depression: Signs and symptoms

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Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of depression, how they can impact your teen and how depression is diagnosed.

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.

Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1): Treating health complications

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Learn how the complications of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) are treated.

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.

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.

Intestinal rehabilitation program (IRP)

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Learn what an intestinal rehabilitation program is, which areas of care are involved in an intestinal rehabilitation program and how they help children with managing intestinal failure.

Leukemia and behavioural changes

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Learn how to recognize and deal with behaviour changes in your child with leukemia.

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.

Anxiety: Signs and symptoms

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Learn about the signs and symptoms of anxiety in children and teens.