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A new study raises concerns about children using phones. Dr. Darien Sutton shares the findings: "Smart phone use under the age of 13 was associated with an increased risk of suicidal thoughts, worse emotion regulation, reductions in self worth, and even detachment from reality."

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My SEN Learning Resources – – learning through senses

Inspiring and passionate 7-year-old, Molly Wright delivered a TED talk on just how much our brains develop in the first five years of our lives and the five things that are essential to helping us develop well and reach our full potential: connecting, talking, playing, a healthy home, and community.

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Possible signs of dyslexia.

We have a handy printable on the Signs of Dyslexia that is available on our website to print and take to meetings with you. The link to the pdf version is here: https://www.thedyslexiainitiative.org/posters-and-fliers.

Dear all,

Sharing an interview with BFM 89.9

Topic: Autism: Who Supports the Adults?
Date: 31 January 2024 (Wednesday)
Time: 4pm - 5pm
Host: Ms. Tee Shiao Eek

Guest:
Dr. Rajini Sarvananthan (Consultant Developmental Paediatrician)
Dr. Cheah Boon Eu (Autistic Adult, Dyslexic, ADHD-er, Person with Irlen Syndrome, Medical Officer)
Ch'ng B'ao Zhong (Autistic Adult, Licensed and Registered Counsellor)

This interview would touch on challenges faced by autistic adults in the domains of diagnosis, support, and stigma in workplace. Dr. Rajini would be providing inputs from her experience assisting parents who are transitioning their children from adolescence phase into adulthood.

*Note:* This is a live-session and will also be available on podcast (www.bfm.my). Transcript would be provided on the podcast post-programme.

Link to access BFM station: https://player.listenlive.co/62201/ (available anywhere) or tune in on 89.9FM (FM transmission only within Klang Valley).

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Autism Virtual Early Screening Tool (AVEST) - Angsana Health A video-enabled autism screening for children aged 1 to 4 years-old, reducing the time from suspicion of autism to appropriate intervention.

Art by Liz Fosslien, www.fosslien.com
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