First ever National Autism Strategy launched The report says there are ‘high levels of unmet demand’ and significant diagnosis delays, with GPs often the first point of contact.
Early ASD diagnosis may fade by school age: Study But this does not mean people should be cautious about early diagnosis, a GP with a special interest in children’s health has said.
Autism in the paediatric population The Good GP interviews GP Dr James Best to explore autism in the paediatric population, how it might present in general practice, approaching the consult, preparing parents, and the resources and screening tools available.
GP resources to support neurodiversity care An RACGP representative has said expanded resources will help raise greater awareness among GPs about neurodiverse conditions.
Assistance dogs found to help autistic children A small study has shown specially trained dogs can help provide ‘a whole new world of freedom’ to autistic children and their families.
Australia develops ‘world’s most effective’ autism screening tool The ‘ground-breaking’ resource can reportedly identify 96% of children on the autism spectrum by preschool age.
In Practice: AGPT applications opening Medical graduates pursuing a career in general practice will be able to register their interest in training with the RACGP in the coming weeks.
RACGP introduces new Specific Interests group The newly developed group will deliver professional and peer support to GPs in the fields of autism, ADHD and neurodiversity.
Autism and the importance of accurate diagnoses Despite the progress being made, a lack of time, appropriate resources and funding continues to contribute to inaccurate diagnoses of autism.
New toolkit offers ‘succinct’ overview to aid autism diagnosis Consistent standards are needed to diagnose the condition, and one expert has told newsGP ‘it has to be used’.