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Autism: Early Development
IntroductionAutism is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by social communication difficulties together with restricted and repetitive behaviours and sensory sensitivities.1 Approximately 1...
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Perinatal Depression and Children: A Developmental Perspective
IntroductionPerinatal depression in mothers, defined as depression occurring during pregnancy or postpartum among individuals who identify as women, is of concern for all who are involved with such...
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Moving to a new country is a significant event in a child’s life. It is important to have a good understanding of the factors — both in the host society and in the immigrant family — that create...
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Recognition and Assessment of Anxiety & Depression in Early Childhood
IntroductionAnxiety disorders are characterized by emotional arousal associated with fear, worry, or nervousness that is out of proportion to the situation. Significant fears in preschool-aged...