Talking Disability
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Incontinence linked to the onset of disability in women
New research shows that women who experience incontinence more frequently could be at greater risk of developing... Read more
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What mobile phone usage means to people with OCD
Problematic smartphone use affects people differently and disability could be a factor. New research has highlighted the... Read more
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How cartoons offer parents insight into autism spectrum disorder
Researchers intend to use the 2024 findings into cartoons and autism spectrum disorder to conduct further research on... Read more
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2023: a year of care and support with DPS Publishing
A letter of thanks, as the team at DPS Publishing looks back on 2023. Read more
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This sleep disorder could be as common as well-known mental health conditions
Do you show signs of this sleep disorder? You might be reading about it for the very first time. Read more
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Are you feeling okay during this holiday season?
Here’s your guide to staying mentally well over the holiday break. Read more
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Most Australians find workplace adjustments difficult
What do you wish your employer understood about your disability? Read more
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How AI impacts people with autism spectrum disorder
Do you believe that AI is impacting our social lives? Read more
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Eight sensory Christmas crafts for kids
Sensory play includes any activity that stimulates a child’s senses: touch, smell, taste, movement, balance, sight... Read more
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Over nine in 10 people with disability at risk of homelessness are turned away
Australia’s housing crisis is impacting people with disability in a major way, leaving many with nowhere to go. Read more