WA Register for Autism Spectrum Disorders

Information	The WA Register for Autism Spectrum Disorders is the first register of its kind in Australia. The Register is ongoing and since 1999 it has collected data on more than 5,000 individuals. The aim of the WA Register for Autism Spectrum Disorders is to monitor diagnostic trends of Autism Spectrum Disorders. These disorders develop in young children and have long-term impact in areas of social interaction, communication and behaviour. Some of the uses of the WA Autism Register include: Research (using its own data, and for linking interested families with current projects) Understanding characteristics that are shared across everyone with a diagnosis Help in planning for appropriate services, including health, education and disability
Registry Location	Australia - Western Australia
Registry Participation	Voluntary
Registry Contact	T: (08) 9489 7777 E: autismreg@telethonkids.org.au
Adding New Patients to Registry	Contact WA Register for Autism Spectrum Disorders for information on patient enrolment.
Please see the website for more information	www.autismwa.org.au