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Irish Neurodiversity Research Conference 2025
Join us on Tuesday, 18th February , at SETU’s Carlow Campus for the second Irish Neurodiversity Research Conference. Hosted by the...
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Sep 25, 20231 min read
60 Second Science: Sleep quality of parents of autistic children.
This video discusses a recent study conducted by Dr Gail Alvares which looks at how sleep problems may not only affect an autistic child...
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Mar 28, 20231 min read
World Autism Acceptance Week
World Autism Acceptance Week began yesterday! To celebrate this week we're discussing the importance of social inclusion!...
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Mar 8, 20231 min read
International Women's Day
Happy International Women's day! Two Autistic Irish Women share their experiences in this interesting article....
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Jan 13, 20231 min read
Financial Supports available for People with Autism
Further information can be found at the links provided: Disability Allowance: https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/social_welfare/social...
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Dec 14, 20221 min read
Telehealth Assessments
Initial Autism Assessments done by GEMMA are completed remotely. This eliminates travel for parents and allows them to participate from...
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Dec 12, 20221 min read
What is the GEMMA Study?
GEMMA stands for Genome, Environment, Microbiome, and Metabolome in Autism. We are a part of an international EU project investigating...
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Nov 7, 20221 min read
Recruiting New Participants!
The GEMMA study is now administering 6 monthly autism assessments to participants when they are aged 1-3 years. You will know as early as...
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Impact of fireworks on Assistance dogs
Fireworks are fun, but they can also be hugely disruptive to Autism Assistance Dogs. Check out this article by Irish guide dogs to find...
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World Mental Health Day!
Happy World Mental Health Day! We all need help with our mental health at times, so please note these important resources for mental...
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Oct 31, 20222 min read
Preparing for Halloween
Halloween is an exciting holiday for kids, but it may be challenging for autistic children. As spooky season approaches here are a few...
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World Animal Day
In honour of World Animal Day, we would like to celebrate Autism Assistance dogs. Autism assistance dogs are an anchor of safety for...
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International Music Day
Here at ICAN, we celebrated International Music Day on October 1st. Music therapy can help autistic children develop and practice social...
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Comorbidities
Research shows that 70% of autistic children and adolescents have one or more comorbid conditions. Through ground-breaking research,...
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Sep 29, 20221 min read
Association between gastro-intestinal symptoms & co-morbidities in children with Angelman Syndrome
Lay Summary People with Angelman Syndrome tend to have a very happy disposition. However, they also tend to have severe intellectual...
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Biomarkers
Biomarkers for early diagnosis of autism. There are currently no known autism defining biomarkers, therefore a diagnosis of autism relies...
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What does G.E.M.M.A stand for?
G.E.M.M.A stands for Genome, Enviroment, Microbiome, and Metabolome in Autism. To find out what each of these terms means head over to...
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International Friendship Day
Happy International Friendship Day! Recently we posted a celebration of International friendship day to our social media. Undoubtedly...
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Sep 29, 20221 min read
Interesting study linking sleep and behavioural problems in children with autism to GI issues.
Lay Summary: This study examined how frequently emotional and mood problems occur for autistic individuals who also have other health...
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Sep 28, 20221 min read
Relationship Between Sleep Quality, Social Functioning, & Behaviour Problems in Children with Autism
Lay Summary: Because poor sleep quality affects over 40% of autistic children, it was important to understand what effect this may have....
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