Over the past decade there have been considerable advances in the understanding of autism, however the exact causes of autism remain unknown. It is becoming increasingly apparent that combinations of genes and environmental factors are involved.

Although there are many similarities in the symptoms of autism, children with autism can be very different from one another. Some children with autism are high functioning with language and intelligence intact. Others may be nonverbal and/or intellectually disabled. By observing the similarities and differences among children with autism, we will gain a better understanding of the many underlying causes.

The aim of the Western Australian Autism Biological Registry (WAABR) is to collect detailed information on Children with Autism in WA and to centralize this information so that it is accessible to those who are involved in autism research.

It is expected that some of the discoveries made from the WA Autism Biological Registry will contribute to our understanding of autism and related conditions.

Who can participate?
•    Any child or adult with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

If you would like to participate, or find out more about this study, please contact Anna Hunt using our online enquiry form

Phone number: 08 9489 7721