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View article: Are we getting better at identifying and diagnosing neurodivergent girls and women? Insights into sex ratios and age of diagnosis from clinical population data in Scotland
Are we getting better at identifying and diagnosing neurodivergent girls and women? Insights into sex ratios and age of diagnosis from clinical population data in Scotland Open
This study examined differences in referral and diagnosis based on sex recorded at birth (hereafter, ‘sex’), using case notes from 408 individuals diagnosed by 30 multidisciplinary teams across Scotland. Analyses focused on male-to-female …
View article: Third sector perspectives on community link worker referrals in social prescribing: a realist analysis
Third sector perspectives on community link worker referrals in social prescribing: a realist analysis Open
Introduction Community link workers (CLWs), also known as social prescribing link workers, connect individuals to community support, much of which is provided by third-sector organisations (TSOs). TSOs are common referral destinations for …
View article: Contextual factors influencing neuro-affirming practice: Identifying what helps or hinders implementation in health and social care
Contextual factors influencing neuro-affirming practice: Identifying what helps or hinders implementation in health and social care Open
There has been limited research to date into contextual factors hindering or supporting the successful implementation of neuro-affirming practice in support for Autistic and otherwise neurodivergent adults. We used a Realist Evaluation app…
View article: Waiting Times and Influencing Factors in Children and Adults Undergoing Assessment for Autism, <scp>ADHD,</scp> and Other Neurodevelopmental Differences
Waiting Times and Influencing Factors in Children and Adults Undergoing Assessment for Autism, <span>ADHD,</span> and Other Neurodevelopmental Differences Open
This study explored waiting times and the factors influencing them in child and adult populations undergoing assessment for autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental differences. The analysis focused on a retrospective review of 408 cases…
View article: Learning from the Experiences of Autistic Professionals Working in Health and Education
Learning from the Experiences of Autistic Professionals Working in Health and Education Open
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View article: An analysis of prescribing data in attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder for adolescents and adults in Scotland
An analysis of prescribing data in attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder for adolescents and adults in Scotland Open
Background Medication, combined with environmental and psychosocial support, can mitigate adverse outcomes in attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). There is a need for research into regional and national prescription volumes and…
View article: A brief neuro-affirming resource to support school absences for autistic learners: development and program description
A brief neuro-affirming resource to support school absences for autistic learners: development and program description Open
Background Education should be inclusive, nurturing each individual’s potential, talents, and creativity. However, criticisms have emerged regarding support for autistic learners, particularly in addressing disproportionately high absence …
View article: Predictors of Discharge from Hospital to Supported Accommodation and Support Needs Once in Supported Accommodation for People with Serious Mental Illness in Scotland: A Linked National Dataset Study
Predictors of Discharge from Hospital to Supported Accommodation and Support Needs Once in Supported Accommodation for People with Serious Mental Illness in Scotland: A Linked National Dataset Study Open
Background . Many individuals with serious mental illness live in supported accommodation. Decisions regarding type of supported accommodation required and level of support to meet individual’s needs are crucial for continuing rehabilitati…
View article: Prevalence of neurodevelopmental differences and autism in Scottish primary schools 2018–2022
Prevalence of neurodevelopmental differences and autism in Scottish primary schools 2018–2022 Open
This study investigated the prevalence of neurodevelopmental needs among children in primary schools in Scotland. Two groups were identified: autistic learners and a larger group of learners who had neurodevelopmental differences. These di…
View article: Diagnostic assessment of autism in adults – current considerations in neurodevelopmentally informed professional learning with reference to ADOS-2
Diagnostic assessment of autism in adults – current considerations in neurodevelopmentally informed professional learning with reference to ADOS-2 Open
Services for the assessment and diagnosis of autism in adults have been widely criticized and there is an identified need for further research in this field. There is a call for diagnostic services to become more accessible, person-centere…
View article: Mental health in autistic adults: A rapid review of prevalence of psychiatric disorders and umbrella review of the effectiveness of interventions within a neurodiversity informed perspective
Mental health in autistic adults: A rapid review of prevalence of psychiatric disorders and umbrella review of the effectiveness of interventions within a neurodiversity informed perspective Open
Background Autistic adults have high risk of mental ill-health and some available interventions have been associated with increased psychiatric diagnoses. Understanding prevalence of psychiatric diagnoses is important to inform the develop…
View article: Piloting a Home Visual Support Intervention with Families of Autistic Children and Children with Related Needs Aged 0–12
Piloting a Home Visual Support Intervention with Families of Autistic Children and Children with Related Needs Aged 0–12 Open
Visual supports are an important intervention for autistic individuals and others with neurodevelopmental differences. However, families often report limited access to visual supports and lack of information and confidence in their use at …
View article: An interdisciplinary nationwide complex intervention for lifespan neurodevelopmental service development: Underpinning principles and realist programme theory
An interdisciplinary nationwide complex intervention for lifespan neurodevelopmental service development: Underpinning principles and realist programme theory Open
Background People seeking support for neurodevelopmental differences often report waiting too long for assessment and diagnosis, as well as receiving inadequate support in educational and health settings. The National Autism Implementation…
View article: Participation‐related constructs and participation of children with additional support needs in schools
Participation‐related constructs and participation of children with additional support needs in schools Open
Aim To investigate associations between participation‐related constructs and participation frequency and involvement in inclusive schools. Method In this cross‐sectional study, teachers of children with additional support needs, including …
View article: Neurodevelopmental disorders and neurodiversity: definition of terms from Scotland's National Autism Implementation Team
Neurodevelopmental disorders and neurodiversity: definition of terms from Scotland's National Autism Implementation Team Open
Summary Adults with neurodevelopmental disorders frequently present to, but fit uneasily into, adult mental health services. We offer definitions of important terms related to neurodevelopmental disorders through unifying research data, me…
View article: Psychometric properties of the School Participation Questionnaire: Testing a measure of participation‐related constructs
Psychometric properties of the School Participation Questionnaire: Testing a measure of participation‐related constructs Open
Aim To explore concurrent validity, convergent validity, interrater reliability, test–retest reliability, and Rasch model analysis of the School Participation Questionnaire (SPQ), a tool for teachers to assess personal and environmental de…
View article: Development of a Pathway for Multidisciplinary Neurodevelopmental Assessment and Diagnosis in Children and Young People
Development of a Pathway for Multidisciplinary Neurodevelopmental Assessment and Diagnosis in Children and Young People Open
There is a variable standard of access to quality neurodevelopmental assessment and diagnosis. People may have negative experiences, encountering lengthy waiting times, and inconsistent practices. Practitioners need guidance on standards a…
View article: Incite to Practice: Development of a Realist-Informed Program Theory to Support Implementation of Intersectoral Partnerships
Incite to Practice: Development of a Realist-Informed Program Theory to Support Implementation of Intersectoral Partnerships Open
Policy internationally is supportive of intersectoral partnerships (ISPs) for promoting positive outcomes among people with complex social, psychological, and physical needs. This realist-informed study describes the development of a progr…
View article: Determinants of School Attendance in 6841 Elementary School Students in Japan: a Structural Equation Model
Determinants of School Attendance in 6841 Elementary School Students in Japan: a Structural Equation Model Open
Background: Managing school nonattendance is a priority worldwide. We aimed to explore students’ feelings and perceptions about attending school and the potential determinants of a positive attitude towards attending school. Methods: We hy…
View article: Using Stakeholder Involvement, Expert Knowledge and Naturalistic Implementation to Co-Design a Complex Intervention to Support Children’s Inclusion and Participation in Schools: The CIRCLE Framework
Using Stakeholder Involvement, Expert Knowledge and Naturalistic Implementation to Co-Design a Complex Intervention to Support Children’s Inclusion and Participation in Schools: The CIRCLE Framework Open
Whist inclusion is recommended for most children most of the time it remains difficult to implement. In this paper, we present the process undertaken to review and redesign a pre-existing complex intervention (The CIRCLE Framework) which w…
View article: Play in Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Psychometric Properties of a Parent Report Measure ‘My Child’s Play’
Play in Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Psychometric Properties of a Parent Report Measure ‘My Child’s Play’ Open
Play is essential in childhood, allowing for a positive trend in development and learning. Health professionals need useful tools to assess it, especially in the case of children with neurodevelopmental disorders. The aim of this study was…
View article: Psychometric Evaluation of the ACHIEVE Assessment
Psychometric Evaluation of the ACHIEVE Assessment Open
Objective: There has been a significant change within clinical practice in childhood disability from "treating" at the level of body function to ecological approaches that address the child's involvement in everyday life. Clinical assessme…
View article: Tactile Discrimination, Praxis and Cognitive Impulsivity in ADHD Children: A Cross-Sectional Study
Tactile Discrimination, Praxis and Cognitive Impulsivity in ADHD Children: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background: The study of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has traditionally focused on deficit of inhibitory control and cognitive impulsivity. However, the pathophysiology of ADHD has also been associated with the somatosen…
View article: Gamechanger: harnessing football for social change
Gamechanger: harnessing football for social change Open
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a case study of an intersectoral partnership that has taken place in Scotland (United Kingdom) entitled Gamechanger. The main idea of Gamechanger was for statutory, commercial and voluntary o…