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People with Disability Australia responds to the Disability Royal Commission’s final report
People with Disability Australia released a response to the final report from the Disability Royal Commission. Read more
![<p>In 2022–23, around 7,600 clients with disability received support from specialist homelessness services. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/stresshomeless__2302.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Victorian Government fails to deliver on key recommendation from Royal Commission
While you may consider a person homeless if they appear to be living on the street, the definition of homelessness is a... Read more
![<p>A new NDIA-funded trial has had positive effects on babies who present with early signs of autism spectrum disorder. [Source: Shuttershock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/manybaby2602.jpg?fm=pjpg)
How early intervention is helping babies with possible autism spectrum disorder
Results from a new trial funded by the NDIA could make a difference for babies who present with delayed communication... Read more
What is person-first language and identity-first language?
Explains the difference between person first and identity first language. Read more
![<p>Taking charge doesn’t mean success, it might not even mean positivity or independence. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/Chargelife__2102.jpg?fm=pjpg)
What does being in charge of your life mean?
Do you take charge of your life as a person with disability? Read more
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Is ADHD a disability in Australia?
ADHD is poorly understood, as is its relationship with the NDIS. Read more
![<p>The most recent data from the NDIS presents an increase in the number of NDIS participants and their families engaged in paid work. [Source: Shuttershock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/beachwheelchair1902.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Increased employment for NDIS participants and their families
With the new quarterly report having been released recently, data shows that NDIS participants and their families are... Read more
![<p> Approximately one million Australians are living with an eating disorder in any given year; that is, four percent of the population. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/mirrordisorder__1602.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Proposal to skip past GP referrals for eating disorders
Flinders University researchers have called for greater access to support amid findings that suggest people refuse to... Read more
![<p>Magnetic resonance imaging is a scan used for a medical imaging procedure that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to take pictures inside the body. [Source: Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/MRIpsych__1502.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Brain scans could predict psychosis before it happens
If you or someone close to you is experiencing symptoms of psychosis, you should seek immediate medical attention. Read more
![<p>Borderline personality disorder is often characterised by impulsivity, manipulation, self-harming and attention-seeking behaviour. [Source: Nils Versemann via Shutterstock]</p>](https://agedcareguide-assets.imgix.net/news/articles/wp/BPDEmerge__1402.jpg?fm=pjpg)
Why do Australians with borderline personality disorder return to hospital frequently?
Content warning: this article may contain references to suicide and self-harm and may cause emotional distress Read more