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Dr Tony Attwood is a leading authority on Asperger’s Syndrome. Thanks to his pioneering research and unrivaled expertise, he has made significant contributions to the understanding of this complex condition. He is an Adjunct Professor at Griffith University and also works in private practice.

Dr Attwood is the author of several important books on Asperger’s Syndrome, designed for both professional and general readership. They include The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome, Asperger’s and Girls, and Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals. He has also written books in partnership with co-author Dr Michelle Garnett, a fellow psychologist and Asperger’s expert, including From Like to Love for Young People With Asperger’s Syndrome.

Dr Attwood regularly presents workshops and delivers talks at conferences both in Australia and around the world. He is a go-to expert for many media outlets covering issues related to Asperger’s Syndrome, including the ABC, The Guardian, The Australian, Sky News and SBS.

Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Clinical PsychologyUniversity College London1984
M.Sc Clinical Psychology University Of Surrey1975
2 Honors and Awards
ForeWord Book of the Year2006
Gold Award
Commonwealth of Kentucky2002
Commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel for work on Autism
10 Books
Book cover of "The Complete Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome"
Book cover of "Asperger’s Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals"
Book cover of "Autism and Girls: World-Renowned Experts Join Those with Autism Syndrome to Resolve Issues That Girls and Women Face Every Day! "
Book cover of "Exploring Feelings: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy to Manage Anger"
Book cover of "From Like to Love for Young People With Asperger’s Syndrome"
Book cover of "Cognitive Behavior Therapy to Help Young People With Asperger’s Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) to Understand and Express Affection"
Book cover of "Exploring Depression, and Beating the Blues "
Book cover of "Exploring Feelings: Anxiety: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy to Manage Anxiety "
Book cover of "CBT for Children and Adolescents with High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders "
Book cover of "Been There. Done That. Try This!: An Aspie's Guide to Life on Earth"