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Nov 2024
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What if I'm autistic? | Supporting the n...

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Tom always thought he was autistic but was never diagnosed, until he sought out a definitive answer. Turns out he was right. How will his life change as a result? 

This is the final episode of The Briefing's five-part series on neurodiversity, Sacha Barbour Gatt sits down with Tom to discuss his diagnosis, what it means to him, how he thinks it will impact his future, and if he intends to change his life in any way.  

This series is aimed at informing and supporting people who believe they, or someone they know, is on the autism spectrum but never found out and made in partnership with Autism Awareness Australia and Sydney University's Brain and Mind Centre.

Listen to Part One here, Part Two here, Part Three here, and Part Four here.

You can find the Brain and Mind Centre here, and Autism Awareness Australia's resources in recognising autism here.

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