DOWN SYNDROME NEWS | TALKING DISABILITY
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What does being in charge of your life mean?
Do you take charge of your life as a person with disability? Read more
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Is ADHD a disability in Australia?
ADHD is poorly understood, as is its relationship with the NDIS. Read more
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Increased employment for NDIS participants and their families
With the new quarterly report having been released recently, data shows that NDIS participants and their families are... Read more
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Proposal to skip past GP referrals for eating disorders
Flinders University researchers have called for greater access to support amid findings that suggest people refuse to... Read more
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Brain scans could predict psychosis before it happens
If you or someone close to you is experiencing symptoms of psychosis, you should seek immediate medical attention. Read more
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Why do Australians with borderline personality disorder return to hospital frequently?
Content warning: this article may contain references to suicide and self-harm and may cause emotional distress Read more
Inclusive Valentine’s Day celebration guide
Valentine’s Day holds a special place in the hearts of many, but its significance varies depending on where we find... Read more
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How do I teach someone with disability about consent?
Many young people are familiar with dating apps now and know how to conduct themselves safely. People with learning... Read more
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Meet the new NDIS Taskforce to deliver better outcomes from Monday
The taskforce will inform future reforms and hold providers to account. Read more
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Discovery behind ‘hole in the heart’ impacting half of population living with Down syndrome
About 1 in every 1,100 babies born in Australia will have Down syndrome, half of which will have a heart condition. Read more