Tony Attwood
| Tony Attwood | |
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| Born | February 9, 1952 |
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Psychologist 
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| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Asperger syndrome |
| Thesis | Gestures of autistic children (1983) |
| Doctoral advisor | Uta Frith |
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Website www |
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Anthony John Attwood (born 9 February 1952 in Birmingham, England) is an English psychologist who lives in Queensland, Australia and is an author of numerous books and resource papers on Asperger's Syndrome.
He received an honours degree in psychology from the University of Hull, an M.A. in clinical psychology from the University of Surrey, and a Ph.D. from University College London supervised by Uta Frith.
His books include Asperger's Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals, which has been translated into 20 languages and provides information on diagnosis, problems of social relations, sensory issues, motor control and other typical issues which face people with Asperger's and their support networks. His other books include The Complete Guide to Aspergers Syndrome, Exploring Feelings for Young Children with High-Functioning Autism or Aspergers Disorder, From Like to Love for Young People with Aspergers Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder): Learning How to Express and Enjoy Affection with Family and Friends.
Attwood is also featured in a number of videos on YouTube, in which he speaks on various aspects of Aspergers.
Attwood has a clinical practice at his diagnostic and treatment clinic for children and adults with Asperger’s Syndrome, in Brisbane, begun in 1992.
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