Healthy Mind online program
Healthy Mind from Black Dog Institute is a free, easy-to-read online program designed to support the mental health of people with a mild to borderline Intellectual Disability (ID).
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Cri du chat syndrome
Cri du chat (Cry of the cat) syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes delayed physical development, a small head size and intellectual disability. Learn more here, including why the condition has this name.
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Angelman syndrome
A rare syndrome causing physical and intellectual disability. It can’t be cured, but some therapies can improve the quality of life of those affected.
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Fragile X syndrome
Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability. It also causes physical, behavioural and emotional difficulties.
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Rett syndrome
Rett syndrome causes intellectual and physical disability. It’s been described relatively recently, so it’s not known how it progresses to middle age.
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6 myths about cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) affects 1 in every 500 babies born in Australia, yet it's still very misunderstood. Learn the facts about CP this World Cerebral Palsy Day.
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Learning disabilities
Learning disabilities affect how you learn in a specific area (e.g. reading or maths). Find out more about dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia here.
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5 things people with Down syndrome want you to know
About 1 in every 1,100 babies born has Down syndrome — and most will enjoy a long, healthy life. Here's what you need to know about Down syndrome (Trisomy 21).
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Phenylketonuria
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inherited problem with breaking down protein. With the right diet, people with PKU can live a normal life. Learn about diagnosis and the PKU diet.
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Apert syndrome
Apert syndrome is a rare condition that causes an abnormally shaped skull and fused fingers and toes. Other body parts and organs are also affected. Surgery and other treatments can, however, help development.
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