Resources

The following information resources provide guides to common conditions and their treatments. Please use them to supplement the information provided in your consultation with your Paediatrician or Psychologist. We recommend only referencing the resources which your clinician has directed you to. These resources should not be used as your primary source of information or as a substitute for individual advice provided in consultations.

Allergy Testing

The ADAPT trial

There is an exciting peanut oral immunotherapy project that has commenced in Australia. This is a major trial of food immunotherapy in Australia and has been recruiting infants 12 months or  under with demonstrated peanut reactions. It is being conducted in 5 states of Australia, with these infants to commence slow introduction of peanut under supervision. This study follows on over 10 years of overseas research and also local research into peanut oral immunotherapy. This may lead the way for translation into future management of peanut allergy.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

What is Autism?
A guide from the Autism association (ASPECT) to explain Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Source: March 2017, Autism Spectrum Australia (ASPECT)

What is Autism? A pictorial guide.
A pictorial guide to some of the differences in people on the autism spectrum in the areas of social communication/interaction and restricted and repetitive behavior, interest and activities.
Source: Amaze.org.au

What is Autism? Characteristics of autistic people.
Characteristics of autistic people in the two main areas: social communication and interaction and behaviour, interests and activities.
Source: Amaze.org.au

Autism Spectrum Disorder Factsheet.
Source: Learning Difficulties Coalition NSW Inc.

Autism: What Next? is a project from Autism Awareness Australia (AAA).
A video explaining the autism spectrum.
Source: Autism Awareness Australia on Vimeo

Explaining Autism to My Child
Parents Guide on explaining autism to their children.
Source: Avaleen Whelton, ausometraining.com

Video: Amazing Things Happen – by Alexander Amelines
Alexander’s film gives an uplifting introduction to autism for young non-autistic audiences, aiming to raise awareness, understanding and tolerance in future generations.
Source: 2017, National Autistic Society

Video: DAD…a film about autism and fatherhood
A short documentary following the often untold stories of fathers with children on the spectrum, DAD shares the experiences of twelve Aussie dads as they navigate the world of parenting and autism.
Source: 2018, Autism Awareness Australia

Autism: What Next? – Help with navigating an ASD diagnosis
A go to resource for families navigating a new diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Diagnosis.
Source: Oct 2021, Autism Awareness Australia

Autism Spectrum Information Booklet
This booklet is a starting point for people with a recent diagnosis, parents/carers of a newly diagnosed child or adult, agencies, professionals and students learning about the autism spectrum for the first time.
Source: 2016, Amazed Inc (www.amaze.org.au)

Spotlight on Girls with Autism
A comprehensive guide to greater visibility, better understanding and improving support for autistic girls.
Source: 2018, Victoria State Government Education and Training and Yellow Ladybugs

Professor Tony Attwood – Identifying ASD in Girls
A video of Professor Tony Attwood at The Annual Women’s Health Update, Sydney

Autism first signs and checklist for teenagers.
Source: thespectrum.org.au

Medicare Programs
Information on various Medicare Programs available to assist with ASD.
Source: Autism Advisor Program, Autism Spectrum Australia

Medicare Programs II
Information on various Medicare Programs available to assist with ASD.
Source: Amaze

ASPECT Satellite Classes in NSW
A complete list of ASPECT school locations and classes.
Source: Autism Spectrum Australia

ASPECT Schools
Aspect are leaders in education for children on the autism spectrum, providing dynamic, individualised learning for students.
Source: Autism Spectrum Australia

Information about Autism in other languages
Resources in a number of languages, followed by a description of how individuals and organizations can help Autism Speaks to adapt and translate its materials.
Source: autismspeaks.org

Genetics and Autism
This fact sheet describes Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and includes a discussion of the symptoms, causes and available testing.
Source: genetics.edu.au

Learning Difficulties

What are Specific Learning Disorders (SLDs)?
Source: 2019, Dyslexia Speld Foundation

Learning Difficulties – A Brief Guide
Source: 2021, Learning Difficulties Coalition NSW Inc.

Understanding Learning Difficulties: A guide for parents
Source: 2024, DSF Literacy Services

Myths and Misconceptions about Specific Learning Disorders: AADPA webinar
Source: 2023, aadpa.com.au

Dyslexia Infosheet: A difficulty learning to read
Source: 2020, speldnsw.org.au

SPELD NSW InfoSheet on Adjustments for Dyslexia
Source: 2020, speldnsw.org.au

Dyslexia Infographic for Teachers: Student Supports
Source: 2023, Learning Difficulties Coalition NSW Inc, ldc.org.au

Dysgraphia Infosheet: A difficulty with spelling and written expression
Source: 2020, speldnsw.org.au

SPELD NSW InfoSheet on Adjustments for Dysgraphia
Source: 2020, speldnsw.org.au

Dyscalculia Infosheet: A difficulty with mathematics
Source: 2020, speldnsw.org.au

SPELD NSW InfoSheet on Adjustments for Dyscalculia
Source: 2020, speldnsw.org.au

Language and Communication Disorders

Movement and Coordination Disorders

Mental Health

Support for children and adolescents with disabilities

Schooling in NSW
Source: Education Standards Authority, NSW Government

A Parents Toolkit School issues for students with disabilities
Source: 2013, Disability Advocacy NSW

School Readiness
Source: Learning Difficulties Coalition NSW Inc.

Early Intervention programs through the NSW Department of Education
Source: Education, NSW Government

Early intervention support classes to prepare for school
Source: Education, NSW Government

Transitioning to School in NSW – part 1
Source: Education Standards Authority, NSW Government

Transitioning to School in NSW – part 2
Source: Education Standards Authority, NSW Government

Ready. Set. School!: A Step by Step Transition to School Guide from Reimagine Australia
Source: 2020, Reimagine Australia

HSC in NSW
Source: Education Standards Authority, NSW Government

NESA HSC disability provisions guide for teachers and parents
Source: 2020, NSW Education Standards Authority

Medicare Programs II
Information on various Medicare Programs available to assist with ASD.
Source: Amaze

Information about NDIS (for all ages)
Source: ndis.gov.au

Early Childhood Early Intervention – How the NDIS can help your child (for children under 7 years old)
Source: 2017, ndis.gov.au

Lifestart: Your main contact for the NDIS (for children under 7 years old)
Lifestart is your starting point for a referral to NDIS if your child is under 7 years old and if you live in the Central Coast, Illawarra Shoalhaven, Nepean, Blue Mountains, South East Sydney or Sydney areas regions.
Source: lifestart.org.au

Medicare Programs
Information on various Medicare Programs available to assist with ASD.
Source: Autism Advisor Program, Autism Spectrum Australia

Medicare Programs II
Information on various Medicare Programs available to assist with ASD.
Source: Amaze

Microarray Testing
Source: genetics.edu.au

Medication Information

Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network factsheets

Sydney Children’s Hospital Network Fact Sheets

Eating and Sleeping

Forms

Useful Links

Allergy

ASCIA (Australian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy)

Nip allergies in the bub

Arthritis

Paediatric Rheumatology Network

Asthma

National Asthma Council of Australia

Caring for your spacer

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Raising Children Network – ADHD

Thriving with ADHD

Additude Mag

RCH – Ways to help children at school and home

Dr Poulton – ADHD Explanation sheets

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Raising Children Network – Autism

Aspect Australia

Autism Awareness Australia

Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy Alliance

Constipation

Royal Children’s Hospital – Constipation

Developmental Milestones

Child Mind Institure

NSW Health Milestones Matter poster

NSW Health milestone monitoring tools

Diabetes

Diabetes Australia

Eczema

Eczema Wet Dressings Video

Epilepsy

Epilepsy Network Australia

Paediatric Epilepsy Network NSW

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

NoFASD Australia

Headache

Headache Australia

Mental Health Support

Kids Helpline

Lifeline

Headspace

NSW Health CAMHS

This Way Up

Beyond Blue

Mindfulness and Meditation Apps

Smiling Minds

Headspace App

 

NDIS

Early Childhood Interventions

Parenting information and support

Resourcing Parents

Dr James Best

Circle of Security

Triple P Parenting

Parentline

NSW Health – Maternal, child and family health

Tresillian

Karitane

Raising Children Network information

https://raisingchildren.net.au/

Royal Children’s Hospital Fact Sheets

www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo

Screen time

Raising Children Network – Screen time

The cyber safety lady

Safe on Social

Sleep

Raising Children Network – sleep

10 Tips to better sleep

Paeds and feeds blog post – sleep

Tics

Paeds and feeds blog post – tics

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Dr Bernadette Hanna

Consulting Hours:

Qualifications:

MBBS BSc (Med)

Background and Experience:

Bernadette completed her medical degree at the University of NSW (MBBS BSc (Med)). She trained in Paediatrics at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead before being drawn to Clinical Genetics; the interface between genetic research and patient care. She has worked with the Clinical Genetics services at Sydney Children’s Hospital at Randwick, Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Liverpool Hospitals. She is a registered Clinical Geneticist with a special interest in genetic conditions affecting children and connective tissue disorders.

Bernadette is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and Fellow of the Human Genetics Society of Australasia. She previously Co-Chaired the Trainee committee for the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. She has provided several teaching sessions to trainee doctors, Paediatricians and Obstetricians in the functional benefits and caution of Genetic testing in their patients.

www.privategenetics.com.au/about-us

Dr Chris Elliot

Consulting Hours:

Thursdays

Qualifications:

MB BS, FRACP

Background and Experience:

Dr Elliot trained through the Sydney Children’s Hospital’s Network Randwick.  He holds dual qualifications as a specialist in both ​General Paediatrics (the care of newborns, children and young people) and Community Child Health (developmental and behavioural medicine, public health and child protection).

During his paediatric specialist training, Dr Elliot was awarded the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) Examination Medal in Paediatrics as the candidate with the highest examination mark in Australia and New Zealand.

He currently works in both in private consulting rooms in Kogarah, as a Staff Specialist Paediatrician at St George Hospital, Sydney and he holds an honorary Staff Specialist position in the Department of Community Child Health at Sydney Children’s Hospital Randwick.

In 2019 Dr Elliot was nominated in the category of “Outstanding Leadership” in the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Community Health awards.
Dr Elliot is the paediatrician for the St George Paediatric Multidisciplinary Complex Feeding Clinic.  In August 2016 Dr Elliot and the clinic team were awarded the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Award for Innovation in Integrated Care.

Dr Elliot’s practice is evidence-based and up to date.  He regularly attends relevant conferences and is an active member of the Neurodevelopmental and Behavioural Paediatric Society of Australasia.

He is is a Conjoint Lecturer at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and has received student-nominated awards for his teaching.

www.drchriselliot.com.au