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Autism Research – Please take this survey about autism and parental stress

Please help Tina Boni , a student at Carlow University, with her survey into autism and parental stress.

Boni writes “My name is Tina Boni and I am a Doctoral Candidate at Carlow University in Pittsburgh, PA completing my dissertation research.  My research examines Parental Stress, as related to parenting a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.  As you probably well know, parenting a child with an autism diagnosis is an incredibly stressful job, and can significantly impact parental mental health, marriage, career, and the relationship between parent and child.  This research seeks to better understand how specific individual child factors correlate with parental stress, in an effort to provide more practical insight into family-centered approaches to care.


I am seeking parents (or full-time caregivers) of male or female children, aged 6-18, who have been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder of any functioning level to participate in this study. The survey takes approximately 20-30 minutes to complete, and there is a small incentive for participation.  Please contact me directly with any questions you might have at tbo@the-institute.org.

Please click on the link below if you wish to participate.  Thank you!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ASDparentalstress





Carlow University Autism Research

Carlow University Autism Research

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Parental views of raising a child with Autism or Down syndrome – please help a student at University of Derby with her research

A third year Psychology dissertation from the University of Derby, looking at parental views of raising a child with Autism or Down syndrome focusing on social stigmas and stresses.

University of Derby

University of Derby

Supervised by Dr Simon Bignell PhD, Cpsychol and Senior Lecturer at the University of Derby.

Ideal participants

Parents who have a child diagnosed with Autism or Down syndrome, there is no age restrictions on this study.

What the study involves

The study entails taking part in a short online questionnaire, which are a mixture of multiple choice and written response questions. The questions will involve:-

 Opinion on whether there are stigmas associated with the disorder
 Whether the disorder creates extra stress
 Whether information and support are in place to help at different points after diagnosis

If you would like more information about the study or would like to participate please contact Fiona Smith on f.smith8@unimail.derby.ac.uk


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Seven Great Natural Treatments for Stress

Some natural treatments for stress.

A few days ago we launched a short poll which looked the triggers for flare ups from various different medical conditions. And we were interested to find that the most common cause of a flare (currently just below 50% of all respondents) is stress.

We have looked at different ways of dealing with stress in the past but new information is always gratefully received.

So we are delighted to share this infographic which offers seven natural treatments for stress.

If you have tried any of them it would be great if you could share your feedback in the comments section below.

Many thanks.


7 Herbal Remedies For Stress – An infographic by the team at HealthCentral

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Lawyers predict surge in divorce enquires…

Watch our video where Slater and Gordon divorce lawyer Rupi Rai talks you through the process of divorce.

Rupi Rai

Rupi Rai

The first day law firms open their doors after their Christmas break has been dubbed ‘Divorce Day’ as the holiday season pushes relationships beyond breaking point.

Law firm Slater and Gordon expect divorces to spike on the first Monday of January, with many people having already made appointments for the first working week of 2016.

Long endured relationship issues can be magnified over the Christmas period, as fatigue and financial stress take their toll. Whilst for many, the New Year is simply a time to re-evaluate their life and resolve to make a change.


Watch our video to hear Slater and Gordon Divorce Lawyer, Rupi Rai, explain the ins and outs of divorce, such as how long proceedings can take, the cost, how it can affect children, the legalities of splitting assets and what is and isn’t decided in the courts.