A5046664212- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
- Family and Disability Support Research
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Resilience and Mental Health
- Gut microbiota and health
- Congenital heart defects research
- Cerebral Palsy and Movement Disorders
- Congenital Heart Disease Studies
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
- Inclusion and Disability in Education and Sport
- 3D Printing in Biomedical Research
- Child Nutrition and Water Access
- Pluripotent Stem Cells Research
- Genomic variations and chromosomal abnormalities
- Probiotics and Fermented Foods
- GABA and Rice Research
La Trobe University
2021-2024
Autism CRC
2021-2023
The University of Queensland
2021-2022
National University of Malaysia
2013
Autism omics research has historically been reductionist and diagnosis centric, with little attention paid to common co-occurring conditions (for example, sleep feeding disorders) the complex interplay between molecular profiles neurodevelopment, genetics, environmental factors health. Here we explored plasma lipidome (783 lipid species) in 765 children (485 diagnosed autism spectrum disorder (ASD)) within Australian Biobank. We identified lipids associated ASD (n = 8), disturbances 20)...
Abstract Parents of Autistic children often modify their participation in leisure, social, and employment activities to meet the caregiving needs child. However, few studies have examined impact this has on caregiver quality life (QoL). The aim current study was examine role a range QoL amongst primary secondary caregivers school‐aged children. Eighty‐eight (93% mothers) 63 (91% fathers) (aged 7‐ 12‐years) participated cross‐sectional study, with time pressure, participation, social support,...
Abstract Resilience has been depicted as a key characteristic in the promotion of mental health face stress and adversity. Despite high levels encountered autistic population, resilience studies remain scarce. Using data from an Australian longitudinal adult study , this explored inter‐relationships between trait resilience, coping, sample adults ( N = 78). In particular, we examined relationship use coping strategies, potential mediating role strategies outcomes. Our findings suggested that...
Compared to the general population, mental health difficulties are commonly reported in autistic adults. However, ways which coping strategies associated with and well-being this population remain unknown. Further, we do not know if, if so, how these associations might differ that of non-autistic In study, hypothesized both our (N = 255) 165) adult samples, disengagement (e.g., denial) would relate poorer well-being, while engagement problem solving) better well-being. Regression analyses...
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition whose biological basis yet to be elucidated. The Australian Biobank (AAB) an initiative of the Cooperative Research Centre for Living with (Autism CRC) establish resource biospecimens, phenotypes and genomic data research on autism. Genome-wide single-nucleotide polymorphism genotypes were available 2,477 individuals (after quality control) from 546 families (436 complete), including 886 participants aged 2 17 years...
Abstract Emerging studies allude to high stress in autistic adults. Considering the detrimental impact of on health outcomes, examining individual resources which may influence extent is experienced (e.g., coping and resilience) vital. Using a person‐focused approach, this study aimed identify coping‐resilience profiles, examine their relations general perceived daily hassles sample adults ( N = 86; aged 19–74 years). Cluster analysis identified four profiles (i.e., cope/ low resilience ,...
Abstract The wider stress literature points to negative associations between and well‐being. Similarly, the use of engagement coping strategies disengagement in face are related improved reduced well‐being respectively. However, autistic population research is limited date, extent which may moderate relationship not known. Using data from an Australian online study, we explored potential moderating (i.e. buffering or exacerbating) role a sample adults ( N = 86). Our findings indicated that...
Abstract Engaging in meaningful activities (e.g., leisure, spiritual, fitness) significantly affects caregivers' quality of life (QoL), yet the determinants participation caregivers Autistic children remain largely unknown. The current study examined child and caregiver correlates primary activities. One hundred six (7–12 years) were recruited from three unique cohorts this cross‐sectional study. Primary completed online questionnaires measuring occupational gaps (i.e., desired are not...