On World Autism Awareness Day, we’re proud to spotlight research that is reshaping how we understand Autistic children’s experiences of play. PhD researcher and senior lecturer, Yasmeen Multani, is… ... On World Autism Awareness Day, we’re proud to spotlight research that is reshaping how we understand Autistic children’s experiences of play. PhD researcher and senior lecturer, Yasmeen Multani, is c...

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Talking language + Autistic experience in last night’s session. Want more? 4pm today, Newport City Campus — MA SEN/ALN (Autism).
#Autism #Neurodiversity
Siarad am iaith + profiadau Awtistig neithiwr. 4pm heddiw, Campws Dinas Casnewydd — MA SEN/ALN (Autism).
#Awtistiaeth #Niwdroamrywiaeth

A rural road at night surrounded by stars.

​​Step away from the screens. ​Go see the beautiful night sky. Let the vastness ground you so you are truly ready for what tomorrow brings.
​#Perspective #Recharge #ReadyForTomorrow

A rural snow scene.

Bore da pawb! Stay safe out there ❄️

A daisy in grass with some sleet on the ground.

​There's something beautifully symbolic about this lone daisy in November sleet. It speaks to persistence, quiet strength, and blooming even when conditions aren't ideal. A little dishevelled but present!

A rainbow behind road railings.

A vibrant spectrum moment on the way to Newport City Campus. Teaching the Autism modules is my purpose. Absolutely love my job! 🌈 #AutisticLecturer

ADHD but silent without any conscious awareness, unless there's a deadline in the next hour.

Sunrise through blinds.

What a beautiful day...and breathe.

Thank you for doing this research Becky and colleagues. It's great to see this study situated in an international context.

Did you fix it?

Children's Book Festivals and Events Children's book festivals - our calendar of events running annually in the UK which schools and individuals can take part in. 

A list of annual children's & YA book festivals and events for schools, teachers and parents to look out for. schoolreadinglist.co.uk/competitions... #kidlit #ukedchat

You look fab, I hope you had a great time.

The first sign of domestic abuse - emotional or physical - leave. Get out as fast as you can & never look back.

If you have to think twice if u "deserved" that - you didn't. You never deserve abuse.

Don't save the relationship for the kids either - you're not doing them a favour.

Plan & escape.

Thank you, it's great to see you bringing the play of Autistic children and young people together in a single space.

Me please, I will be publishing soon hopefully.

Establishing the accuracy of self-diagnosis in psychiatry Self-diagnosis in psychiatry is where individuals diagnose themselves rather than rely upon official diagnosticians to supply a psychiatric diagnosis. The accuracy of self-diagnosis is a contested ...

There is a critical reflection in the literature if that helps:

www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

This book will literally change your perspective on disability.

#OliversCampaign
Why is @NHSEngland delaying the 2023 LeDeR report on avoidable death of people with learning disabilities & autistic people? Previous reports showed 1200 deaths per year
Is this linked to the Assisted Dying Bill, which raises serious concerns for these communities

If you think you're Autistic, you likely are. Given long wait times and privileged access to diagnosis in the UK, self-identifying is reasonable, also for those who don't want a formal label. Social media has allowed people to connect with lived experiences, helping them identify themselves.

The Leverhulme Trust Aural Diversity Doctoral Research Hub - LAURA The Leverhulme Doctoral Centre for Aural Diversity seeks to disrupt and transform thinking across disciplines by fundamentally reconceptualising hearing to include the whole spectrum of aural experien...

Fully funded PhDs in Aural Diversity at University of Salford: laura.salford.ac.uk

Aural Diversity explores how hearing, listening & responses to sound vary across individuals and groups. £20,780 stipend, no tuition fees, research funding. Apply by 28 Feb for Oct 2025 entry. @salforduni.bsky.social

Postgraduate Open Evening at 4pm today - Newport City Campus (UK). Join the Professional Learning in Education team to find out more.

www.southwales.ac.uk/study/postgr...

I completely understand this. Microsoft Teams, bright wall colours, chairs too close together, no clocks anywhere, echoey spaces, inconsistent speaking etiquettes, not following rules succinctly, a lack of clear and coherent instructions, harsh lighting, no reminders about anything, PDF documents!

I wonder if Dr Georgia Pavlopoulou has seen this article? It's closely linked to Georgia's work that explores Autistic children and young people and their sleep.

Thank you Ann, I saw this article this morning and it's on my 'to read' list. A recommendation from you means I don't need therapy before reading it! Much appreciated ☺️ (a wide smile).

Amazing, I'll be having an iced latte please. Not yet though. It's still cold in Wales.

Interested in studying the MA SEN/ALN (Autism) course that I lead? Join us on the 5th Feb to find out more.

www.southwales.ac.uk/events/event...

Check out our critical neurodiversity studies conference call for abstracts and save the date! ndhumanities.com/2024/12/17/c...

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The Collaborative Research Network for Equity and Inclusion presents:

Impact in Learning: Parental Engagement

Audience: Educators in Wales

When:  Wednesday 29th January 2025

Time: 15:45 – 17:15

Speaker:  Roy Broadfield

Register:

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b) - I have an extreme intolerance of uncertainty.

Disabled people in the UK face £583 extra costs per month on average, even after benefits are taken into account.

One in five disabled people face extra costs of over £1,000 per month.

Disabled people are exceptionally likely to live in poverty.

#Dispatches