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International award for Rett syndrome research

A Perth medical researcher responsible for major advancements in the understanding of the neurological disorder Rett syndrome has had her efforts recognised

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Development of Resources for Schools – Responding to and Planning for Children with Complex and Challenging Behaviours

Yasmin Harman-Smith BA, BHlthSc(Hons), PhD Head, Early Years Systems Evidence; Head, Tenders Support Unit Yasmin.harman-smith@thekids.org.au Head,

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Evaluation of the Strong Start Pilot Program

Yasmin Harman-Smith BA, BHlthSc(Hons), PhD Head, Early Years Systems Evidence; Head, Tenders Support Unit Yasmin.harman-smith@thekids.org.au Head,

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Fathers’ Self-Compassion and Child Attachment Quality: Testing a Sequential Indirect Effect via Emotion Regulation Difficulties, Loneliness and psychological distress in two paternal samples

Self-compassion has emerged as a promising treatment target to promote healthy parent–child relationships, though mostly in maternal samples. The mechanisms through which self-compassion may optimise the father-child relationships are not yet well-established.

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Use of Neuroimaging to Predict Adverse Developmental Outcomes in High-Risk Infants

With advances in perinatal care, we have achieved major reductions in mortality in premature and critically ill infants, but they still remain at increased risk of neurodevelopmental disability. In this context, recent advances in neuroimaging are perceived as an addition of significant value to current clinical developmental screening programs.

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Is ‘a little’ too much?: An exploration of women’s beliefs about alcohol use during pregnancy

Interventions to address alcohol use during pregnancy need to target underlying determinants of the behaviour. Using the theory of planned behaviour as a theoretical framework, the aim of this study was to identify behavioural, normative and control beliefs regarding alcohol use during pregnancy among a sample of women.

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Embrace Co-Director finalist in 2023 Premier's Science Awards

Professor Ashleigh Lin was nominated for the Mid-Career Scientist of the Year.

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Technology powering research

Researchers at The Kids are harnessing the power of apps and other online tools to ensure the results of their research reach those who need it most – children, young people and families.

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Promoting Resilience in Stress Management for Parents (PRISM-P) intervention in parents of young children with T1D

Keely Amy Tim Bebbington Finlay-Jones Jones MClinPsych/PhD BPsych(Hons), MPsych(Clinical), MHealthEcon, PhD (Clin Psych) MBBS DCH FRACP MD McCusker

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#TraumaTok-TikTok Videos Relating to Trauma: Content Analysis

Experiencing a traumatic event can significantly impact mental and emotional well-being. Social media platforms offer spaces for sharing stories, seeking support, and accessing psychoeducation. TikTok (ByteDance), a rapidly growing social media platform, is increasingly used for advice, validation, and information, although the content of this requires further study.