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Posted inNews

Autism Professor Gives Back to the Next Generation of Researchers

Emeritus Professor Amanda Richdale knows from personal experience the difference that top-up funding can make to a PhD project.
Posted by LTU Digital Engagement and Recruitment September 16, 2025
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Posted inIdentification and diagnosis

What’s the best way to support autistic kids with “mild to moderate” delay?

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Authored by David Trembath, Andrew Whitehouse and Kandice Varcin.
Posted by Jake Mulligan September 9, 2025
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Posted inHealth and wellbeing Impact stories Suicide prevention

Neurodiversity-affirming tools and training to support inclusive mental health care

Groundbreaking, co-designed suicide prevention tools are transforming clinical care for Autistic people, leading to more inclusive, effective, and life-saving supports.
Posted by Alex Haschek July 14, 2025
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Posted inAcademic

Endowed Chair Professor Dawn Adams

Dawn previously worked at the Autism Centre of Excellence at Griffith University, where her work won several awards. Her research focuses on autistic mental health and wellbeing.
Posted by Jake Mulligan June 10, 2025
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Posted inImpact stories Neurodiversity News

Beyond the interview: Building neuroinclusive recruitment that works

We are transforming our recruitment practices by breaking down barriers that exclude Autistic and other neurodivergent talent. Our neuroinclusive approach creates a fairer, more supportive workplace.
Posted by Alex Haschek May 18, 2025
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Posted inEducational and vocational engagement Student

PhD candidate Clare Kermond

Clare came to autism research from a background as a journalist, reporting and editing articles that addressed discrimination and the challenges of students with disability in school settings. She also has a number of close personal connections with Autism.
Posted by Jake Mulligan April 25, 2025
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Posted inImpact stories SACS

ASDetect: Early identification of autism in the hands of parents

ASDetect is a free, scientifically validated mobile app that helps parents identify early signs of autism through video-guided assessments, improving access to timely diagnosis worldwide.
Posted by Alex Haschek February 3, 2025
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Posted inSupports and practices for daily living

Can apps and digital resources support your child with autism or ADHD? Here’s what to look for

Digital tools won’t usually replace a health professional, but they can support care in many different ways (This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license).
Posted by LTU Digital Engagement and Recruitment January 7, 2025
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Posted inIdentification and diagnosis News

What is AuDHD? 5 important things to know when someone has both autism and ADHD

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license.
Posted by Alex Haschek December 11, 2024
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Posted inAutism and the senses Autism perspectives Events

Sensory Week 2024 roundup

https://otarc.blogs.latrobe.edu.au/making-waves-in-autism-awareness-a-review-of-the-stimming-pool/
Posted by Alex Haschek December 10, 2024

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