Disability and chronic illness

Step-by-step guide on what to do if your child is having an asthma attack.

Asthma is a lung condition that narrows your child’s airways. Learn about the symptoms and treatment of asthma, and how to manage an asthma attack.

Caring for an attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) child can be rewarding and also challenging. Learn where to get the right support.

Autistic children can be supported by their families in many ways. Find out how to get financial and emotional assistance.

When caring for a child with Down syndrome, you might face some different challenges to other parents. Find out what support you can get.

Children with a diagnosis of oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) are often angry and argumentative. Find out about therapies and supports for ODD and how to manage challenging behaviour.

Cerebral palsy damages your nervous system, affecting your movement and coordination. Read more about the causes, treatment and risk factors.

If your child has a disability, they may have challenges in their everyday life. Learn about disability rights and where to find support.

There is support available for parents and carers of a child with a disability. Learn more about government support payments and other services.

Cleft lip or palate happens when parts of the lip, upper jaw or roof of the mouth don't join properly early in pregnancy.

Congenital heart differences or defects (CHD) are a group of different heart problems that are present at birth. Learn more about the types of CHD.

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that affects many body organs, including lungs and digestive system. Learn about CF symptoms and treatments.

Diabetes is rare in children under 5 years, but it is serious. Here's how to spot symptoms of diabetes and manage the condition in young children.

Early childhood intervention is tailored support for children with disabilities. Learn more about accessing these services through the NDIS.

Find out about epilepsy in children, including the symptoms, causes and treatments, as well as what to do when you child has a seizure.

Learn more about the signs of hearing loss in children - what causes it, how it's diagnosed and possible treatments depending on its severity.

Limb difference is when an arm or a leg is not shaped in a typical way. Learn more about how correct diagnosis and treatment plans can help.

If you are raising a deaf child, getting the right support as soon as possible will help them reach their full potential.

Spina bifida is a condition that affects the normal development of a baby's spine early in pregnancy. Read about causes, diagnosis and support.

Congenital disorders are health conditions that are present from birth. They are also called birth differences, congenital anomalies or birth defects.

Down syndrome is a condition caused by 3 copies of chromosome 21. People with Down syndrome may have physical and intellectual disabilities.