Tom has discovered in his late twenties he’s on the autism spectrum. While Tom had always suspected he was autistic, he’s now had his suspicions confirmed - a story echoed by individuals and families across the country.

So how do people on the spectrum navigate the workplace – and what about relationships, both romantic and platonic? 

In this five-part special series of The Briefing, we team up with Autism Awareness Australia and Sydney University's Brain and Mind Centre to walk alongside Thomas as he discovers what the autism spectrum is, and if, and where, he might fit. 

In Part Four, we’re joined by Professor Adam Guastella from the centre and Nicole Rogerson, founding CEO and director of Autism Awareness Australia to discuss work, friendship and love on the spectrum.

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

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

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Tom has discovered in his late twenties he’s on the autism spectrum. While Tom had always suspected he was autistic, he’s now had his suspicions confirmed - a story echoed by individuals and families across the country.
So how do people on the spectrum navigate the workplace – and what about relationships, both romantic and platonic? 
In this five-part special series of The Briefing, we team up with Autism Awareness Australia and Sydney University's Brain and Mind Centre to walk alongside Thomas as he discovers what the autism spectrum is, and if, and where, he might fit. 
In Part Four, we’re joined by Professor Adam Guastella from the centre and Nicole Rogerson, founding CEO and director of Autism Awareness Australia to discuss work, friendship and love on the spectrum.
Listen to Part One <a href="https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-briefing/episode/what-if-im-autistic-autism-101?utm_source=listnr&amp;utm_medium=web_responsive&amp;utm_campaign=internal_share&amp;utm_content=f4cf35ad-1154-4fe5-8804-101c9414a626%3Bbbdb3340-d3c6-443d-9b5d-b22701701121">here</a>, Part Two <a href="https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-briefing/episode/what-if-im-autistic-sit-in-on-an-assessment?utm_source=listnr&amp;utm_medium=web_responsive&amp;utm_campaign=internal_share&amp;utm_content=f4cf35ad-1154-4fe5-8804-101c9414a626%3Bdaf78031-414f-4a62-bbc8-b22701720238">here</a>, and Part Three <a href="https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-briefing/episode/what-if-im-autistic-toms-diagnosis?utm_source=listnr&amp;utm_medium=web_responsive&amp;utm_campaign=internal_share&amp;utm_content=f4cf35ad-1154-4fe5-8804-101c9414a626%3B2b589d1a-ef70-428b-ac2e-b2270176a37b">here</a>.
You can find the Brain and Mind Centre <a href="https://www.sydney.edu.au/brain-mind/">here</a>, and Autism Awareness Australia's resources in recognising autism <a href="https://www.autismawareness.com.au/understanding-autism/signs-of-autism">here.</a>
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A daily news podcast, The Briefing gives you the latest headlines, discussion and explainer interviews to keep you informed and entertained.

Bringing you the news you need to know at 6am and 3pm Monday to Friday, and profiles across the weekend, The Briefing is Australia's go-to news podcast for your commute, coffee or exercise.

Hosted by journalists Sacha Barbour-Gatt, Bension Siebert and Antoinette Lattouf.

A daily news podcast, The Briefing gives you the latest headlines, discussion and explainer interviews to keep you informed and entertained.
Bringing you the news you need to know at 6am and 3pm Monday to Friday, and profiles across the weekend, The Briefing is Australia's go-to news podcast for your commute, coffee or exercise.
Hosted by journalists Sacha Barbour-Gatt, Bension Siebert and Antoinette Lattouf.

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