New research conducted by YouGov reveals that only 50 per cent of Australians believe they have a good understanding of autism.
A further 33 per cent are unsure how to respond if someone shares that they are autistic.
This World Autism Understanding Day, Aspect has a number of resources on its website to help people learn more about autism, dispel myths and support autistic people in the community.
Learn more at www.aspect.org.au/waud