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Posted inAutism and gender Autistic Adults Employment

Bill Richdale Senior PhD Research Grant awarded to support neuroqueering workplace research

Myfan’s PhD project, Neuroqueering the Australian Workplace, will investigate how workplace cultures can better support Autistic and ADHD adults by centring lived experience, psychological safety and diverse ways of knowing.
Posted by J M June 30, 2026
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Posted inAutism and gender Autism, speech & language Autistic Adults

Reflecting on the Yellow Ladybugs Conference 2026: lived experience, neuroaffirming practice and inclusion

Staff and researchers from our Centre recently attended the Yellow Ladybugs Conference, a neuroinclusive event celebrating Autistic girls, women and gender-diverse people while bringing together researchers, professionals, educators, families and community members.
Posted by J M June 16, 2026
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Posted inAutism and the senses Autistic Adults Neurodiversity

Understanding Sound Intolerance Through Neurodivergent Experience

For many Autistic and neurodivergent people, sound intolerance is not simply about volume. Experiences such as sensory overwhelm, hyperacusis, and misophonia can be shaped by attention, context, stress, predictability, and environment.
Posted by J M June 2, 2026
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Posted inAutism perspectives Autistic Adults Intellectual disability and Autism

Separating Evidence from Fear: What Paracetamol Claims Really Mean for Autism

The suggestion of something ‘causing’ autism can reinforce stigma, even when the evidence ultimately shows no causal link.
Posted by J M January 28, 2026
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Posted inAutism and the senses Autism perspectives Autistic Adults

What is autistic burnout? And what can you do about it?

Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people.
Posted by J M January 14, 2026
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Posted inAcademic Autism perspectives Autistic Adults

OTARC at APAC 2025: Connections, Insights and Regional Collaboration

A small group from the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) attended the Asia Pacific Autism Conference (APAC) 2025 in Perth/Boorloo. Several of our researchers and affiliates presented across the…
Posted by LTU Digital Engagement and Recruitment November 28, 2025
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Posted inAutism perspectives Autistic Adults Family wellbeing

Autistic people aren’t looking for treatments or cures. They want a world that accepts and values them for who they are.

By Professor Dawn Adams - 2 min read. The Trump administration’s claim to have found both the cause and a treatment for autism, blaming the use of painkillers in pregnancy…
Posted by LTU Digital Engagement and Recruitment October 1, 2025
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Posted inAutism perspectives Educational and vocational engagement Health and wellbeing

Authenticity in the classroom: The impact of supporting Autistic leadership

Autistic scholars like Bek Carter are transforming higher education through authentic leadership, inclusive teaching, and neurodiversity-affirming practices.
Posted by Alex Haschek September 18, 2025
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Posted inAcademic Neurodiversity

Spotlighting the work of Dr Dianne Blackwell

Meet Dr Dianne Blackwell, a researcher with the Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) whose work bridges clinical expertise and lived experience.
Posted by J M August 4, 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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