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A young university student with short brown hair and light skin sits at a desk in a classroom, intently focused on reading and taking notes in an open textbook. Dressed in a teal jumper, he rests one hand on his forehead, surrounded by other blurred students working quietly. The image reflects academic concentration and the quiet challenges faced by autistic students in higher education.
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

What are the Support Needs for Autistic University Students?

What are the Support Needs for Autistic University Students? Tony Read more

By Tony Attwood, 4 monthsJuly 8, 2025 ago
A distressed young person stands outdoors with eyes shut tightly and hands gripping their head, wearing a mustard hoodie and striped shirt. In the background, a blurred adult figure observes from a distance. The image conveys emotional overwhelm, symbolising trauma as experienced by autistic individuals.
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

Understanding the Trauma Experiences of Autistic Individuals

Understanding the Trauma Experiences of Autistic Individuals Tony Attwood and Read more

By Tony Attwood, 4 monthsJuly 8, 2025 ago
A middle-aged woman sits alone, looking pensive and emotionally overwhelmed, her hand resting on her temple. In the softly blurred background, an older man sits quietly on a couch. The image captures the emotional complexity and introspection often experienced by autistic adults diagnosed later in life.
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

Experiences of Adults Diagnosed Autistic Later in Life

Experiences of Adults Diagnosed Autistic Later in Life Tony Attwood Read more

By Tony Attwood, 4 monthsJuly 7, 2025 ago
A young boy with curly hair and a pained expression stands alone in front of a brick school wall while two classmates in the background point and laugh at him. The scene captures the emotional impact of bullying in a school environment.
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

Bullying, Trauma and Autism

Bullying, Trauma and Autism Tony Attwood and Michelle Garnett  The Read more

By Tony Attwood, 4 monthsJuly 7, 2025 ago
A young autistic boy sits between his separated parents on a sofa, both adults looking concerned. The family appears to be in a quiet moment of discussion, highlighting the emotional weight of custody decisions in autism-related family situations.
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

Autism, Custody and Access Issues

Bullying, Trauma and Autism Tony Attwood and Michelle Garnett  The Read more

By Tony Attwood, 4 monthsJuly 6, 2025 ago
Glowing outline of a human brain centred on a purple background with soft wave patterns, symbolising epilepsy awareness and brainwave activity.
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

Autism and Epilepsy

Autism and Epilepsy  Tony Attwood and Michelle Garnett  We know Read more

By Tony Attwood, 4 monthsJuly 6, 2025 ago
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

The Latest Research on Autism plus ADHD

The Latest Research on Autism plus ADHD In our extensive Read more

By Tony Attwood, 1 yearSeptember 25, 2024 ago
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

Sensory Sensitivity and Autism

Sensory Sensitivity and Autism Hyper- or hypo reactivity to sensory Read more

By Tony Attwood, 1 yearSeptember 25, 2024 ago
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

Autistic ‘Stimming’ Behaviour

Autistic ‘Stimming’ Behaviour According to DSM-5 TR (APA 2022), one Read more

By Tony Attwood, 1 yearSeptember 25, 2024 ago
By Michelle Garnett & Tony Attwood

Autism and Sleep

Autism and Sleep There is an association between autism and Read more

By Tony Attwood, 1 yearSeptember 25, 2024 ago
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  • What are the Support Needs for Autistic University Students?
    July 8, 2025
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    July 8, 2025
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    July 7, 2025

FAQs

For some FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS go to www.autismhangout.com

Over several years Craig Evans of Autism Hangout has asked Tony Attwood dozens of questions about Asperger’s syndrome from visitors to his web page. The questions and Tony’s replies have been recorded by Craig on video and are available on his web page. If you have a particular question, the answer may have been recorded for you. Tony  also recommends Craig’s web site for interviews with other experts in Asperger’s syndrome.

ABC Radio Interview

Radio interview with Tony on the ABC transmitted on the 2nd February 2012. The 50 minute interview conducted by Richard Fidler covers many aspects of Asperger’s Syndrome from Pride and Prejudice to the talents associated with Asperger’s syndrome.

Visit the ABC website to listen.

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