Autistic Parents UK
@autisticparentsuk.bsky.social
The only national, Autistic-led charity supporting parents who are Autistic themselves, with children of any neurotype. We offer a range of peer support services, events, training and resources: https://www.autisticparentsuk.org/
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🧵Autistic Parents UK Intro Thread 🧵
Who we are:
👉 An #ActuallyAutistic registered charity run by Autistic parents for Autistic parents.
👉 We support parents who are Autistic themselves, with children of any neurotype.
👉 We also create employment opportunities for Autistic parents.
Who we are:
👉 An #ActuallyAutistic registered charity run by Autistic parents for Autistic parents.
👉 We support parents who are Autistic themselves, with children of any neurotype.
👉 We also create employment opportunities for Autistic parents.
📣 Research Opportunity 📣
Please note this is shared for information purposes only, and is not an endorsement. At Autistic Parents UK, we have a thorough review process and only share opportunities that we feel are in line with our values as a charity,
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Please note this is shared for information purposes only, and is not an endorsement. At Autistic Parents UK, we have a thorough review process and only share opportunities that we feel are in line with our values as a charity,
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November 20, 2025 at 6:58 PM
📣 Research Opportunity 📣
Please note this is shared for information purposes only, and is not an endorsement. At Autistic Parents UK, we have a thorough review process and only share opportunities that we feel are in line with our values as a charity,
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Please note this is shared for information purposes only, and is not an endorsement. At Autistic Parents UK, we have a thorough review process and only share opportunities that we feel are in line with our values as a charity,
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So lovely to read feedback from people who have been through our peer support programme - this is why we do what we do!
“When I first started receiving one to one peer support I was in a really bad place, I had no confidence & found it really hard to be around people.
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“When I first started receiving one to one peer support I was in a really bad place, I had no confidence & found it really hard to be around people.
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November 19, 2025 at 6:40 PM
So lovely to read feedback from people who have been through our peer support programme - this is why we do what we do!
“When I first started receiving one to one peer support I was in a really bad place, I had no confidence & found it really hard to be around people.
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“When I first started receiving one to one peer support I was in a really bad place, I had no confidence & found it really hard to be around people.
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💻Live Q&A - Monotropism and Autistic Parenting
Helen Edgar will be joining Tanya Adkin live on our public Facebook page for a Q&A session on the topic of Monotropism and Autistic Parenting.
🗓️Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.
fb.me/e/88MNXwHwA
Helen Edgar will be joining Tanya Adkin live on our public Facebook page for a Q&A session on the topic of Monotropism and Autistic Parenting.
🗓️Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.
fb.me/e/88MNXwHwA
November 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
💻Live Q&A - Monotropism and Autistic Parenting
Helen Edgar will be joining Tanya Adkin live on our public Facebook page for a Q&A session on the topic of Monotropism and Autistic Parenting.
🗓️Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.
fb.me/e/88MNXwHwA
Helen Edgar will be joining Tanya Adkin live on our public Facebook page for a Q&A session on the topic of Monotropism and Autistic Parenting.
🗓️Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.
fb.me/e/88MNXwHwA
A recording of our Q&A on the topic of Autistic Identity with Tanya Adkin and guest Nic King is now available on YouTube. So if you missed it live, you can now catch up anytime! Check it out here:
Live Q&A (recording) - Autistic Identity with Tanya Adkin and Nic King
Nic King joined Tanya Adkin for a Q&A session on the subject of Autistic Identity. Recorded live on Monday 6th October 2025 at 7pm.
As the creator of NeuroBears, a learning course for young autistic people and their families, Nic specialises in supporting neurodivergent children and their families
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November 13, 2025 at 6:12 PM
A recording of our Q&A on the topic of Autistic Identity with Tanya Adkin and guest Nic King is now available on YouTube. So if you missed it live, you can now catch up anytime! Check it out here:
Recent comments in the media suggesting that paracetamol causes autism are not only scientifically unfounded, but also deeply damaging. Autism is a natural neurodevelopmental difference, not an illness caused by something parents did or did not do.
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September 24, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Recent comments in the media suggesting that paracetamol causes autism are not only scientifically unfounded, but also deeply damaging. Autism is a natural neurodevelopmental difference, not an illness caused by something parents did or did not do.
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UK health officials have confirmed that paracetamol remains the safest painkiller for pregnant women. There is no conclusive evidence showing that taking paracetamol in pregnancy causes autism.
September 23, 2025 at 12:02 PM
UK health officials have confirmed that paracetamol remains the safest painkiller for pregnant women. There is no conclusive evidence showing that taking paracetamol in pregnancy causes autism.
On our website you can find research opportunities for Autistic parents to become involved with. We also have a page for researchers to submit their requests for approval.
www.autisticparentsu...
#ActuallyAutistic
www.autisticparentsu...
#ActuallyAutistic
August 21, 2025 at 8:04 AM
On our website you can find research opportunities for Autistic parents to become involved with. We also have a page for researchers to submit their requests for approval.
www.autisticparentsu...
#ActuallyAutistic
www.autisticparentsu...
#ActuallyAutistic
Our Lottery funded Peer Support project in 2025 so far:
📣 259 peer support referrals
👥 176 matched with a peer supporter
📋 42 currently on waiting list
🕒 416 hours of support
Find out more about our peer support services on our website www.autisticparentsuk.org/about-peer-s... #ActuallyAutistic
📣 259 peer support referrals
👥 176 matched with a peer supporter
📋 42 currently on waiting list
🕒 416 hours of support
Find out more about our peer support services on our website www.autisticparentsuk.org/about-peer-s... #ActuallyAutistic
August 14, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Our Lottery funded Peer Support project in 2025 so far:
📣 259 peer support referrals
👥 176 matched with a peer supporter
📋 42 currently on waiting list
🕒 416 hours of support
Find out more about our peer support services on our website www.autisticparentsuk.org/about-peer-s... #ActuallyAutistic
📣 259 peer support referrals
👥 176 matched with a peer supporter
📋 42 currently on waiting list
🕒 416 hours of support
Find out more about our peer support services on our website www.autisticparentsuk.org/about-peer-s... #ActuallyAutistic
💻Live Q&A - Autism, Gender and Queerness
🗓️Tuesday 12th August at 7.30pm.
With @tanyaadkin.bsky.social and @kmunday.bsky.social
#ActuallyAutistic
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🗓️Tuesday 12th August at 7.30pm.
With @tanyaadkin.bsky.social and @kmunday.bsky.social
#ActuallyAutistic
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August 5, 2025 at 8:15 AM
💻Live Q&A - Autism, Gender and Queerness
🗓️Tuesday 12th August at 7.30pm.
With @tanyaadkin.bsky.social and @kmunday.bsky.social
#ActuallyAutistic
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🗓️Tuesday 12th August at 7.30pm.
With @tanyaadkin.bsky.social and @kmunday.bsky.social
#ActuallyAutistic
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New Blog Post: Why Autistic Parents Deserve Sensory Support – and a Sensory Village
Caring for young children can be overstimulating. This may be particularly challenging for Autistic parents. Building a ‘village’ to support us and our families can enable us to thrive.
www.autisticparentsu...
Caring for young children can be overstimulating. This may be particularly challenging for Autistic parents. Building a ‘village’ to support us and our families can enable us to thrive.
www.autisticparentsu...
It’s Not Just You: Why Autistic Parents Deserve Sensory Support – and a Sensory Village
Caring for young children can cause sensory overstimulation. This can be challenging for parents, and even more so for Autistic parents who may have heightened sensitivity. Building a ‘village’ to support ourselves and our children can help make sure everyone’s needs are met and enable our families to thrive.
www.autisticparentsuk.org
July 30, 2025 at 8:35 AM
New Blog Post: Why Autistic Parents Deserve Sensory Support – and a Sensory Village
Caring for young children can be overstimulating. This may be particularly challenging for Autistic parents. Building a ‘village’ to support us and our families can enable us to thrive.
www.autisticparentsu...
Caring for young children can be overstimulating. This may be particularly challenging for Autistic parents. Building a ‘village’ to support us and our families can enable us to thrive.
www.autisticparentsu...
Have your say and help us improve!
We would like to know about your experiences with Autistic Parents UK, so we’ve set up a short survey. Your responses will help us improve and plan our priorities for the future.
To find out more and complete the survey: forms.gle/8WWzomRDa7e9...
We would like to know about your experiences with Autistic Parents UK, so we’ve set up a short survey. Your responses will help us improve and plan our priorities for the future.
To find out more and complete the survey: forms.gle/8WWzomRDa7e9...
Autistic Parents UK Feedback Survey 2025
About this survey
We would like to know about your experiences with Autistic Parents UK over the past year. As part our our strategic planning process, we're collecting feedback to help us find out ...
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July 22, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Have your say and help us improve!
We would like to know about your experiences with Autistic Parents UK, so we’ve set up a short survey. Your responses will help us improve and plan our priorities for the future.
To find out more and complete the survey: forms.gle/8WWzomRDa7e9...
We would like to know about your experiences with Autistic Parents UK, so we’ve set up a short survey. Your responses will help us improve and plan our priorities for the future.
To find out more and complete the survey: forms.gle/8WWzomRDa7e9...
Mental health difficulties are much more common in Autistic people than in non-autistic people. But mental illness is *not* a core feature of autism. So why are rates of mental illness so much higher in Autistic people, and what can be done to help?
www.autisticparentsuk.org/post/autisti...
www.autisticparentsuk.org/post/autisti...
Autistic Mental Health
Why are rates of mental illness so much higher in autistic people, and what can be done to help?
www.autisticparentsuk.org
July 18, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Mental health difficulties are much more common in Autistic people than in non-autistic people. But mental illness is *not* a core feature of autism. So why are rates of mental illness so much higher in Autistic people, and what can be done to help?
www.autisticparentsuk.org/post/autisti...
www.autisticparentsuk.org/post/autisti...
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Great opportunity for anyone local to me in Birmingham UK from @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social
A new project designed to meet the unique needs of Autistic people who are also carers living in Birmingham - aimed to empower Autistic carers.
www.autisticparentsuk.org/supporting-b...
A new project designed to meet the unique needs of Autistic people who are also carers living in Birmingham - aimed to empower Autistic carers.
www.autisticparentsuk.org/supporting-b...
Supporting Birmingham Autistic Carers | Autistic Parents UK
www.autisticparentsuk.org
July 15, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Great opportunity for anyone local to me in Birmingham UK from @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social
A new project designed to meet the unique needs of Autistic people who are also carers living in Birmingham - aimed to empower Autistic carers.
www.autisticparentsuk.org/supporting-b...
A new project designed to meet the unique needs of Autistic people who are also carers living in Birmingham - aimed to empower Autistic carers.
www.autisticparentsuk.org/supporting-b...
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🚨 JOINT STATEMENT: Any MP who cares about their disabled constituents must oppose the government's amended welfare reform bill⬇️
By @disrightsuk.bsky.social, @dis-ppl-protest.bsky.social, @nsunnews.bsky.social, Mad Youth Organise, Crips Against Cuts and Taking The PIP.
#DisabilityCuts #TakingThePIP
By @disrightsuk.bsky.social, @dis-ppl-protest.bsky.social, @nsunnews.bsky.social, Mad Youth Organise, Crips Against Cuts and Taking The PIP.
#DisabilityCuts #TakingThePIP
June 30, 2025 at 8:13 PM
🚨 JOINT STATEMENT: Any MP who cares about their disabled constituents must oppose the government's amended welfare reform bill⬇️
By @disrightsuk.bsky.social, @dis-ppl-protest.bsky.social, @nsunnews.bsky.social, Mad Youth Organise, Crips Against Cuts and Taking The PIP.
#DisabilityCuts #TakingThePIP
By @disrightsuk.bsky.social, @dis-ppl-protest.bsky.social, @nsunnews.bsky.social, Mad Youth Organise, Crips Against Cuts and Taking The PIP.
#DisabilityCuts #TakingThePIP
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Nothing About Us Without Us: Autistic-Led Organisations, Charities & Social Media to Follow
(Also a few that aren't Autistic-led but are doing amazing work & are wonderful allies in our community)
autisticrealms.com/nothing-abou...
(Also a few that aren't Autistic-led but are doing amazing work & are wonderful allies in our community)
autisticrealms.com/nothing-abou...
Nothing About Us Without Us: Autistic-Led Organisations, Charities & Social Media to Follow | Autistic Realms
💫 If you're feeling stuck or lost with where to go and who to follow in Autistic Community, I have a growing list of Autistic-led organisations, groups ...
autisticrealms.com
June 28, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Nothing About Us Without Us: Autistic-Led Organisations, Charities & Social Media to Follow
(Also a few that aren't Autistic-led but are doing amazing work & are wonderful allies in our community)
autisticrealms.com/nothing-abou...
(Also a few that aren't Autistic-led but are doing amazing work & are wonderful allies in our community)
autisticrealms.com/nothing-abou...
Last July, @kieranrose.bsky.social and Ruth met to talk about all things masking and attachment, as Autistic adults, Autistic parents, and parents of all kinds of children.
The video is available to watch for FREE and can be accessed here: bit.ly/4d3527p
#ActuallyAutistic #Autism #Masking
The video is available to watch for FREE and can be accessed here: bit.ly/4d3527p
#ActuallyAutistic #Autism #Masking
Live Q&A Exploring Masking and Attachment
Ruth and Kieran discuss all things masking and attachment as Autistic adults, Autistic parents and parents of all kind of kids.
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June 27, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Last July, @kieranrose.bsky.social and Ruth met to talk about all things masking and attachment, as Autistic adults, Autistic parents, and parents of all kinds of children.
The video is available to watch for FREE and can be accessed here: bit.ly/4d3527p
#ActuallyAutistic #Autism #Masking
The video is available to watch for FREE and can be accessed here: bit.ly/4d3527p
#ActuallyAutistic #Autism #Masking
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On SNJ Today: It's time to consign the notion of "Fabricated or Induced Illness" to the history books says Professor Andy Bilson, of the University of Central Lancashire. His new research shows no child has ever died from so-called FII www.specialneedsjungle.com/c... #raredisease #FII
June 26, 2025 at 6:52 PM
On SNJ Today: It's time to consign the notion of "Fabricated or Induced Illness" to the history books says Professor Andy Bilson, of the University of Central Lancashire. His new research shows no child has ever died from so-called FII www.specialneedsjungle.com/c... #raredisease #FII
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Delighted to share the 3rd peer reviewed paper from our ‘Bridging the Silos’ study of #Autistic people’s experiences of the #Menopause transition which combines lived experience, creative expression, and #ReflexivePractice.
#Neurodivergence
#Perimenopause
#Autism
www.scienceopen.com/hosted-docum...
#Neurodivergence
#Perimenopause
#Autism
www.scienceopen.com/hosted-docum...
Stepping into Who I Fully Am : A Creative Exploration of Autistic Menopause
<p xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" class="first" dir="auto" id="d34101e161">Research suggests that perimenopause can compound existing struggles for some Autistic
peo...
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June 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Delighted to share the 3rd peer reviewed paper from our ‘Bridging the Silos’ study of #Autistic people’s experiences of the #Menopause transition which combines lived experience, creative expression, and #ReflexivePractice.
#Neurodivergence
#Perimenopause
#Autism
www.scienceopen.com/hosted-docum...
#Neurodivergence
#Perimenopause
#Autism
www.scienceopen.com/hosted-docum...
Juggling chronic health conditions and Autistic parenthood can force us to look at our lives through a new lens. It requires us to make changes which relieve pressure where we can, and bring compassion and acceptance to those things we cannot change.
www.autisticparentsuk.org/post/persona...
www.autisticparentsuk.org/post/persona...
Personal Account: Juggling chronic health conditions, Autistic parenthood and University
Trying to dodge hurtling bricksby Esther Whitney (artist name: Dr Doom)I have chronic and debilitating migraines; I have suffered from migraine attacks since childhood. As I have gotten older, they ha...
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June 26, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Juggling chronic health conditions and Autistic parenthood can force us to look at our lives through a new lens. It requires us to make changes which relieve pressure where we can, and bring compassion and acceptance to those things we cannot change.
www.autisticparentsuk.org/post/persona...
www.autisticparentsuk.org/post/persona...
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Resharing this great signposting resource by Zoe Williams
Autistic-Led Organisations and support in the UK
Do you know of others - what would you add to this list?
medium.com/@zoewilliams...
Autistic-Led Organisations and support in the UK
Do you know of others - what would you add to this list?
medium.com/@zoewilliams...
Autistic-Led Organisations in the UK
A list of organisations in the United Kingdom that are led by Autistic people, for Autistic people, providing online or in-person support.
medium.com
June 22, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Resharing this great signposting resource by Zoe Williams
Autistic-Led Organisations and support in the UK
Do you know of others - what would you add to this list?
medium.com/@zoewilliams...
Autistic-Led Organisations and support in the UK
Do you know of others - what would you add to this list?
medium.com/@zoewilliams...
Formal diagnosis is a privilege, and not required to access any of our services. #ActuallyAutistic
June 21, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Formal diagnosis is a privilege, and not required to access any of our services. #ActuallyAutistic
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"Come join us for a fun-filled online event where we will be discussing all things related the #NeuroBears & launching our new course Unpacking Understanding.
This picnic is a great opportunity to connect with fellow neuro-affirming professionals, share experiences, and learn from each other" 1/2
This picnic is a great opportunity to connect with fellow neuro-affirming professionals, share experiences, and learn from each other" 1/2
June 20, 2025 at 6:11 PM
"Come join us for a fun-filled online event where we will be discussing all things related the #NeuroBears & launching our new course Unpacking Understanding.
This picnic is a great opportunity to connect with fellow neuro-affirming professionals, share experiences, and learn from each other" 1/2
This picnic is a great opportunity to connect with fellow neuro-affirming professionals, share experiences, and learn from each other" 1/2
By popular request - ‘Welcome to the UK’ peer support drop in group on Tuesday 24th June at 10am.
Run by trained #ActuallyAutistic peer supporters, who have also moved to the UK from overseas.
Sign up via our website. Select the option for ‘drop in groups': www.autisticparentsuk.org/peer-support
Run by trained #ActuallyAutistic peer supporters, who have also moved to the UK from overseas.
Sign up via our website. Select the option for ‘drop in groups': www.autisticparentsuk.org/peer-support
June 16, 2025 at 2:32 PM
By popular request - ‘Welcome to the UK’ peer support drop in group on Tuesday 24th June at 10am.
Run by trained #ActuallyAutistic peer supporters, who have also moved to the UK from overseas.
Sign up via our website. Select the option for ‘drop in groups': www.autisticparentsuk.org/peer-support
Run by trained #ActuallyAutistic peer supporters, who have also moved to the UK from overseas.
Sign up via our website. Select the option for ‘drop in groups': www.autisticparentsuk.org/peer-support
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Live Q&A on FaceBook- Autistic Burnout hosted by @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social with @emergentdivergence.com and @tanyaadkin.bsky.social
🗓️Tuesday 17th June at 7pm.
This Q&A will be livestreamed to Facebook, so there’s no need to book a ticket.
Find out more: fb.me/e/5Dka6dyXA
🗓️Tuesday 17th June at 7pm.
This Q&A will be livestreamed to Facebook, so there’s no need to book a ticket.
Find out more: fb.me/e/5Dka6dyXA
June 15, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Live Q&A on FaceBook- Autistic Burnout hosted by @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social with @emergentdivergence.com and @tanyaadkin.bsky.social
🗓️Tuesday 17th June at 7pm.
This Q&A will be livestreamed to Facebook, so there’s no need to book a ticket.
Find out more: fb.me/e/5Dka6dyXA
🗓️Tuesday 17th June at 7pm.
This Q&A will be livestreamed to Facebook, so there’s no need to book a ticket.
Find out more: fb.me/e/5Dka6dyXA
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I have added the amazing charity @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social to my starter pack!
👉 An #ActuallyAutistic registered charity run by Autistic parents for Autistic parents.
👉 Support parents who are Autistic themselves, with children of any neurotype.
go.bsky.app/9N5UEUC
👉 An #ActuallyAutistic registered charity run by Autistic parents for Autistic parents.
👉 Support parents who are Autistic themselves, with children of any neurotype.
go.bsky.app/9N5UEUC
June 13, 2025 at 7:22 PM
I have added the amazing charity @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social to my starter pack!
👉 An #ActuallyAutistic registered charity run by Autistic parents for Autistic parents.
👉 Support parents who are Autistic themselves, with children of any neurotype.
go.bsky.app/9N5UEUC
👉 An #ActuallyAutistic registered charity run by Autistic parents for Autistic parents.
👉 Support parents who are Autistic themselves, with children of any neurotype.
go.bsky.app/9N5UEUC