Learning disabilities
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Kids' Health - Topics - Learning disabilities
Some kids try really hard to learn and they don't seem to make any progress
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Brain Foundation | Dyslexia
Dyslexia Dyslexia Read more at Virtual Medical Centre Description Dyslexia is a learning disability that affects approximately 10 per cent of the population
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Dyslexia in children and teenagers | Raising Children Network
Dyslexia is a learning disability. Children with dyslexia have trouble with reading. If your child has dyslexia, support can help him achieve and succeed.
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Play & learning: children with disability | Raising Children Network
Need info on play and learning for children with disability? Heres everything you need to know about school, behaviour, skills, play and friendships.
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Brain Foundation | Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Description Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder (a problem related to brain development) that causes hyperactivity, impulsive behaviour, and attention problems
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Sugar in food and drink can start the tooth decay process. Tooth decay is caused when bacteria in the mouth combine with the sugars and starches in food to produce acid.
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Identify priority areas
The first step is to provide information about your workplace relating to three priority areas - awareness and stigma; availability of training and resources; and specific risk factors that can affect the mental health of employees.
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Reversible Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (RIMA) Antidepressants - BluePages
Find out about the types of RIMA antidepressants, how they work, side effects and common dosages.
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Intellectual disability | Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
What is intellectual disability? A child with an intellectual disability learns and develops more slowly than other children
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Disability rights
Disabled children have the same rights to education and other services as other kids. Learn more about disability rights and where to seek assistance.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) | Australian Sports Anti-doping Authority - ASADA
ADHD is one of the most common childhood disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity are the key features of ADHD. Medical management of ADHD will include behavioural therapy and in many cases medication.Status of medication in sportStimulant medications, such as Methylphenidate (e.g. Ritalin, Concerta) and Dexamphetamine (e.g. Vyvanse, lisdexamphetamine) are prohibited in-competition and require a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE).
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Identify priority areas
The first step is to provide information about your workplace relating to three priority areas - awareness and stigma; availability of training and resources; and specific risk factors that can affect the mental health of employees.
Read more on beyondblue website
Prescribing psychotropic drugs to adults with an intellectual disability | Issue 4 | Volume 39 | Australian Prescriber
Mental illness is common in people with intellectual disability. They may also have physical health problems which can affect their mental state.
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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) & Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
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