Welcome to Tony Attwood's website

This website is a guide for parents, professionals and people with Asperger's Syndrome and their partners.

In this site you will find issues related to Asperger's Syndrome, resources, resource papers Tony has authored, related topics and Tonys presentation schedule.

Minds & Hearts

Diagnostic & Treatment Clinic - MINDS AND HEARTS is a unique clinic located in Brisbane specialising in Aspergers Syndrome and Autism. This clinic was designed to provide specialised knowledge and assistance from a multidisciplinary team of experienced professsionals. Minds and Hearts has 7 psychologists, 1 sexologist, 1 educational psychologist, and 2 receptionists. Tony Attwood is one of the team members.

Go to Minds and Hearts.

Opportunity for group therapy with Prof. Attwood at Minds and Hearts starting January and February 2012. Prof. Attwood will be co-facilitating the Fun With Feelings group, Exploring Feelings - Depression group and the Moving to Manhood group. Follow this link to find out more about the group therapy.

New DVD by Tony!

ASPERGER'S, AUTISM AND GIRLS. Understanding and appreciating the female perspective!

Dr. Tony Attwood describes the unique challenges of women and girls with autism and Asperger's Syndrome. Addressing the rapid increase of women and girls with autism spectrum disorders, as well as the large number who remain misdiagnosed, he also covers the practical solutions school systems can implement, social challenges, and issues such as navigating puberty, transitioning to work or university, and the importance of careers.

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Danuta Bulhak-Paterson

Danuta Bulhak-Paterson, Clinical Psychologist, at Unique U Psychology Clinic, East Melbourne.

Danuta conducts diagnostic assessments and therapy for individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders and Asperger’s syndrome. She has a special interest in girls and women with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Danuta has been working at the Minds and Hearts clinic for the past few years but is now returning to her home base of Melbourne to start her own practice commencing September 2011 (view her profile at ‘Our Team’ on the M&H website www.mindsandhearts.net). Contact Danuta via her website - www.uniqueupsychology.com.au

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.

There is now an index of questions and answers - please follow this link.

A little about Tony

Tony Attwood is well known for sharing his knowledge of Aspergers Syndrome. He has an Honours degree in Psychology from the University of Hull, Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Surrey and a PhD from the University of London. He is currently adjunct Associate Professor at Griffith University in Queensland.


Tony has written several publications on Aspergers Sydrome. His book, titled Aspergers Syndrome, has now been translated into several languages.

Tony operates his clinic two days a week and supports children and adults by visiting them at school and home. He also spends a large amount of time travelling nationally and internationally to present workshops and papers.

Tony is married to Sarah with three children, Rosie, William and Caroline. They reside in Brisbane, Australia, in which Tony uses part of his home as his clinic to see families.

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Tony's Latest Book

 

Tony Attwood
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The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger’s syndrome. It brings together a wealth of information on all aspects the syndrome for children through to adults.

Chapters examine:
* causes and indications of the syndrome
* the diagnosis and its effect on the individual
* theory of mind
* the perception of emotions in self and others
* social interaction, including friendships
* long-term relationships
* teasing, bullying and mental health issues
* the effect of AS on language and cognitive abilities, sensory sensitivity, movement and co-ordination skills
* career development.

There is also an invaluable frequently asked questions chapter and a section listing useful resources for anyone wishing to find further information on a particular aspect of AS, as well as literature and educational tools.
Essential reading for families and individuals affected by AS as well as teachers, professionals and employers coming in contact with people with AS, this book should be on the bookshelf of anyone who needs to know or is interested in this complex condition.

Find this book at Resources At Hand, www.resourcesathand.com.au

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Tony's Images

Birds by Tony Attwood

View Tony's favourite
images he's taken over the years

Poetry

 

Take a look at some poetry to explore and explain Asperger's Syndrome.

 

These poems have been submitted by visitors to Tony Attwood's website.

Read the latest - Words by Henny Kay

The CAT-kit

Dr. Tony Attwood has teamed up with Dr. Kirsten Callesen and Annette Moller Nielsen of Denmark to create a powerful yet user-friendly tool that gets straight to the core of the thoughts and emotions behind behavior.

The CAT-kit offers an easy, hands-on way for young people to communicate with adults, and each other.

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