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Autistic ADHD disabled geriatrician. On Whadjuk Noongar land, Boorloo.
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Neurodivergent Dr @neurodivergentdoc.bsky.social · Apr 7
A research summary of our healthcare quality improvement study.

We show the benefits of autistic doctors teaching hospital teams about neurodiversity.

#Neurodiversity

full paper open access here:

journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
Light blue poster with dark blue text and drawing of a brain in the centre. Title “what happens when autistic doctors teach hospitals teams about neurodiversity?”. Heading 1 “why was the study done?” text “Negative attitudes (biases) can stop autistic people getting good hospital care. Neurodiversity training can help but a hospital in Western Australia did not do this training yet. To focus problem autistic, neurodivergent doctors and researchers did a project. They made neurodiversity training for teams who work in the hospital.” Heading 2 “how was the study done” text “The study leads met hospital teams to find out what kind of training they wanted. A feedback survey found out about experiences in the training. Three hospital teams of doctors and nurses tried out the training. Austistic, neurodivergent doctors were the leaders training the hospital teams.” Heading 3 “results” text “Survey responses: 9 in 10 said the training was relevant. 8 in 10 felt more confident supporting autistic people. 9 in 10 felt more accepting of autistic people. Neurodiversity training challenged biases. Hospital teams wanted to know more about supporting neurodivergent people. They changed their point of view to understand neurodivergent people better.” Quote box text “To our knowledge this is the first study in an Australian hospital to demonstrate neurodiversity education leading clinicians to report more confidence and acceptance toward autistic people.”
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ronnisalt.bsky.social
As chair of LR-GAS (Linda Reynolds Grievance Appreciation Society) I regret to inform you all that our dear Linda's latest grievance - Grievance No 4,352 - has been dismissed by the NACC

Linda alleged the payment was corrupt or summat, and also she was never asked her opinion . . . I kid you not
June 12, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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thinkingautism.com
"You don’t grow out of autism; you grow into a world that isn’t ready." Only by acknowledging the full arc of autistic life can we create policies and programs that truly meet people where they are, writes @neuroscientist.bsky.social:

www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/givi... #neurodiversity #autism
Do You Grow Out of Autism?
Autism has come full circle; from perceptions of the disability as lifelong, to beliefs of “growing out of it” and back again, all shaping how we support autistic individuals.
www.psychologytoday.com
June 12, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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mariecolemanao.bsky.social
Marles' tough guy tosh hurts Australia johnmenadue.com/post/2025/06...
Marles' tough guy tosh hurts Australia
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles is a provocateur. His hawkish language kindles military confrontation between the United States and the Peoples’ Republic of China.
johnmenadue.com
June 4, 2025 at 4:29 AM
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peelautismresource.bsky.social
Sweet Jesus..

Autistic individuals do NOT have meltdowns just to get attention!

#autism #AutismAcceptance
June 4, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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thinkingautism.com
“Neurodivergent people are more likely to have experienced trauma, including chronic invalidation, that can have a lasting impact. This is why it is vital to be trauma-informed while also being neurodiversity affirming.” From The Chronically Resilient OT:

www.chronicresilienceot.com/blog/neurodi...
Neurodiversity Affirming Practice for Mental Health — Chronic Resilience
An overview of neurodiversity affirming practice for mental health, what this means, what this looks like and some resources for continued learning and reflection.
www.chronicresilienceot.com
June 4, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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mariecolemanao.bsky.social
Well well well. National Party will not re-enter Coalition with Liberals. Very interesting development. Now Sussan Ley has more scope on climate, energy.
May 20, 2025 at 1:51 AM
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bmj.com
"Maternal mortality is not just a health system challenge; it is a mirror reflecting global inequities."

The World Health Assembly 2025 presents a renewed opportunity to build a sustainable model for global maternal health
#WHA78
www.bmj.com/content/389/...
May 19, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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liangrhea.bsky.social
'In many ways, depression was more disabling and isolating than having a spinal injury'. 💔

Always a privilege to listen to the amazing Dinesh Palipana OAM, tonight talking about the importance of doctor #MentalHealth at the Surgia @griffith.edu.au Diversity Symposium.
#MedSky
Screenshot of Dinesh speaking online.
May 20, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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disrightsuk.bsky.social
The assisted dying bill committee have rejected amendments to protect prisoners, homeless people and people who have mental health conditions that lead to a 6-month prognosis.

This includes people like Ailidh, who speaks about her experiences with anorexia and why she's opposed to the bill
May 20, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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autisticrealms.bsky.social
So excited to present & join in the Autistic Burnout Network Conference today
Further burnout signposting/ research/ community resources/ videos/ podcasts/ books available here:
autisticrealms.com/resources/bu...
Burnout Resources & Signposting | Autistic Realms
Autistic Burnout resources for young people, families & educational settings to help develop understanding and support healing. Signposting & Ideas ...
autisticrealms.com
May 17, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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thinkingautism.com
Why we must fight disinfo, online & IRL: "If there’s no counter-speech, no pushback against rumors or misleading claims, all the algorithms have available to surface is the nonsense." Thanks @noupside.bsky.social for talking with us. New interview up at TPGA:

thinkingautismguide.com/2025/05/rene...
Renée DiResta on Countering Disinformation, Spammers, and Scammers — THINKING PERSON'S GUIDE TO AUTISM
If there’s no counter-speech, no pushback against rumors or misleading claims, all the algorithms have available to surface is the nonsense.
thinkingautismguide.com
May 16, 2025 at 10:51 PM
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healthfoundation.bsky.social
Government's plans to shift care from 'hospital to home' will require better coordination between primary and secondary care.

New analysis with @ificinfo.bsky.social presents successful international examples of integrated chronic disease care, that offer lessons for the UK ⬇

bit.ly/3FaLy5R
Bridging the great divide: coordination of primary and secondary care in the management of chronic disease
This briefing presents international case studies of models of integrated chronic disease care at the primary–secondary care interface that offer lessons for the UK.
bit.ly
May 15, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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thinkingautism.com
Today in hell yes, research!

A free autistic-developed, self-guided resource—the “Welcome Pack”—helps newly diagnosed autistic adults. It includes personal stories, practical advice, & reflection activities to support self-understanding & identity development.

journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....
Sage Journals: Discover world-class research
Subscription and open access journals from Sage, the world's leading independent academic publisher.
journals.sagepub.com
May 12, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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robertarnol.bsky.social
23 years ago i lost my son to suicide. There were no dedicated Aboriginal Mental Health Services dealing with youth suicide then.
There is now.
Dr. Tracy Westerman and the Jilya Institute are self funded tgrough donations.
Please donate. It saves lives.

www.thejilyainstitute.com.au/donate/
Donate to Jilya | The Westerman Jilya Institute for Indigenous Mental Health
www.thejilyainstitute.com.au
May 12, 2025 at 10:51 PM
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draimeegrant.bsky.social
My #INSAR2025 talk - expertly tweeted by @thinkingautism.com & @aimeespeaks.bsky.social - is now available to watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9n4c...

Focus: How I share power with lay Autistic people - including those with learning disabilities and who are non-speaking - and what they think of it /1
Aimee Grant INSAR high support needs presentation - April 2025
YouTube video by Autism from menstruation to menopause
www.youtube.com
May 7, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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thinkingautism.com
"This is a matter of life and death for millions of people across the country. So the question is, what kind of America are we going to be? Are we going to be in America for dictators and plutocrats and theocrats and autocrats, or are we going to be an America for all the people?” -Rep. Jamie Raskin
juliametraux.bsky.social Julia Métraux @juliametraux.bsky.social · May 7
New from me at @motherjones.com: Disability advocates, Medicaid recipients (ofc overlap with the first) and politicians are currently participating in a 24-hour vigil to save Medicaid, organized by @caringacross.org. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
24-hour vigil to save Medicaid takes over National Mall
"This is a matter of life and death for millions of people," said Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin.
www.motherjones.com
May 7, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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peelautismresource.bsky.social
",,,the term nonverbal is stigmatized because the general population equates nonverbal to not having or receptively understanding language. Many advocates want to change the narrative on that."

www.guildhumanservices.org/blog/ask-exp...

#autism #AAC #SLP
Ask the Expert: ‘Nonspeaking’ vs. ‘Nonverbal’ and Why Language Matters | The Guild for Human Services
The language we use to describe ourselves and others has lasting implications. Language preferences are personal, especially as terminology evolves within the disability movement to accurately reflect...
www.guildhumanservices.org
May 7, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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juliametraux.bsky.social
Scoop: Democrats have introduced an official inquiry into the decision to closure of the Administration for Community Living, which helps disabled and aging adults remain independent. New from me at @motherjones.com. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
Democrats launch inquiry into dismantling of Administration for Community Living
RFK Jr. moved shutter the agency, which serves disabled and aging adults, in March.
www.motherjones.com
April 24, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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propublica.org
The staff of a program that helps millions of poor families keep the electricity on, in part so babies don’t die from extreme heat or cold, have all been fired.

The office overseeing the enforcement of child support payments nationally has been hollowed out.
The Trump Administration’s War on Children
The administration is quietly putting America’s children at risk by cutting funds and manpower for investigating child abuse, enforcing child support payments, providing child care and much more.
www.propublica.org
April 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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hilaryagro.com
I can't emphasize enough that the most important thing journalists can do right now is publish exactly this kind of article
Headline: ICE came for their neighbor so these Tennesseans formed a human chain to protect him
April 16, 2025 at 2:30 AM
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juliametraux.bsky.social
RFK Jr's views towards autism very much make him a eugenicist.
April 16, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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peelautismresource.bsky.social
From @karenkrejcha.bsky.social

"There should be no competition of suffering. This is not a zero-sum game. Autism is not a hierarchy-it’s not “my autism is harder” vs 'your autism isn’t real'. Everyone’s needs are valid"

www.spectrumlife.org/blog/i%E2%80...

#autism @autismempowerment.bsky.social
I’m an Autistic Woman, a Mom, and an Advocate: Here’s What I Want Leaders to Know
Autistic advocate and mom Karen Krejcha shares what the autism community truly needs: support across the spectrum, not harmful rhetoric or erasure.
www.spectrumlife.org
April 16, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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bernaharbor.bsky.social
Excellent article...thank you to all the colleagues brave enough to come out #Autisticpsychiatrist #Autism
April 15, 2025 at 5:38 AM
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juliametraux.bsky.social
The right for autistic people with intellectual disabilities (and other disabled people) to live outside of institutions was only granted by the US Supreme Court in 1999.
ericmgarcia.bsky.social Eric Michael Garcia @ericmgarcia.bsky.social · Apr 13
Perioidic reminder that the reason you didn't see autistic people with intellectual disabilities on the street five decades ago was not because they didn't exist. It's because they were sent away to institutions and their parents were told to put away pictures of them.
April 13, 2025 at 2:55 AM
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neurodivergentdoc.bsky.social
A research summary of our healthcare quality improvement study.

We show the benefits of autistic doctors teaching hospital teams about neurodiversity.

#Neurodiversity

full paper open access here:

journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
Light blue poster with dark blue text and drawing of a brain in the centre. Title “what happens when autistic doctors teach hospitals teams about neurodiversity?”. Heading 1 “why was the study done?” text “Negative attitudes (biases) can stop autistic people getting good hospital care. Neurodiversity training can help but a hospital in Western Australia did not do this training yet. To focus problem autistic, neurodivergent doctors and researchers did a project. They made neurodiversity training for teams who work in the hospital.” Heading 2 “how was the study done” text “The study leads met hospital teams to find out what kind of training they wanted. A feedback survey found out about experiences in the training. Three hospital teams of doctors and nurses tried out the training. Austistic, neurodivergent doctors were the leaders training the hospital teams.” Heading 3 “results” text “Survey responses: 9 in 10 said the training was relevant. 8 in 10 felt more confident supporting autistic people. 9 in 10 felt more accepting of autistic people. Neurodiversity training challenged biases. Hospital teams wanted to know more about supporting neurodivergent people. They changed their point of view to understand neurodivergent people better.” Quote box text “To our knowledge this is the first study in an Australian hospital to demonstrate neurodiversity education leading clinicians to report more confidence and acceptance toward autistic people.”
April 7, 2025 at 1:44 AM