Professor Michael Fitzgerald
First Professor of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in Ireland
Delve into the profound contributions of Professor Michael Fitzgerald, a trailblazer in child and adolescent psychiatry and autism research. Discover a wealth of free e-books, academic resources and published works that reflect his decades of expertise and dedication.
About Professor Michael Fitzgerald
Professor Michael Fitzgerald stands as a distinguished figure in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry. As the Henry Marsh Professor at Trinity College Dublin, he was the first to hold a professorship in child psychiatry in Ireland. His pioneering work in autism research since 1973 has led to the diagnosis of over 5,000 individuals with autism and Asperger’s syndrome.
With a career spanning decades, Professor Fitzgerald has made significant contributions to psychoanalytic psychotherapy and ADHD, establishing himself as a respected clinician, researcher, educator, and author.
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research
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Career Milestones
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1973
Beginning of Autism Research
Professor Fitzgerald embarks on groundbreaking autism research, marking the start of his lifelong dedication to understanding and diagnosing autism spectrum disorders.
1989
First Professor of Child Psychiatry in Ireland
Appointed as the first Professor of Child Psychiatry in Ireland at Trinity College Dublin, setting a precedent for academic excellence in the field.
2001
Publication of Key Works
Publishes influential books and papers that shape the understanding of autism and child psychiatry, establishing him as a leading voice in the discipline.
2010
Over 5,000 Diagnoses
Reaches a milestone of diagnosing over 5,000 individuals with autism and Asperger’s syndrome, showcasing his extensive clinical expertise and commitment to patient care.
Recent Insights and Articles
The man who knew Infinity – Ramanujan and Hardy, both has Asperger’s Syndrome
Autism and Creativity is a stimulating study of male creativity and autism, arguing that a major genetic endowment is a prerequisite of genius, and that cultural and environmental factors are less significant than has often been claimed. Chapters on the diagnosis and…
Mass Killers – Can we identify a mass killer e.g. pilot, school shooter etc. in advance?
These are extremely rare events and it is almost impossible to predict with any degree of accuracy rare events. Nevertheless, we must try but at the same time realise that many of the individual features of the profile I describe about potential mass killers are not…
The Mind of the Artist – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, Asperger Syndrome & Depression
This is a provocative and novel investigation of the psyches of sixty artists, predominantly from the world of film, theatre and television/radio – writers, actors, producers and directors ranging from Shakespeare and Voltaire to major late-twentieth-century…
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