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Youth with autism face higher rates of bullying, says study of parents

Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience higher rates of bullying, which are associated with a higher incidence of mental health issues, according to a study in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders this month by 91ÑÇÉ« researchers. “Very little research has been done to assess the relationship between bullying and mental health in youth with […]

Professor Debra Pepler inducted into Canadian Academy of Health Sciences

91ÑÇÉ« Distinguished Research Professor Debra Pepler, considered an international leader in research on child and youth bullying, aggression and victimization, was inducted into the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) during its annual general meeting yesterday in Ottawa. Election to Fellowship in the CAHS is considered one of the highest honours for individuals in the Canadian […]