Exactly this.

I have reviewed a paper and suggested identity first language and revise parts that imply autism is a tragedy- then I check and see that anonymous fellow reviewer had requested the same. It's happening. It's good, isn't it.

Sam talks about their latest research working towards individualised physical and mental healthcare with and for #autistic people. Article (free) here: bmjopen.bmj.com/content/11/3/e…

We are still recruiting #AutisticWomen to take part in our research, especially those who #SelfIdentify, are currently undergoing assessment, or have recently been diagnosed. Interview participants will be reimbursed for their time. York Psychology Laidlaw Foundation Please RT.

Jenkirton Miriam Harmens Data comes from 14 older autistic adults (50 - 73, 8 women/6 men) as part of a study focussing on autistic wellbeing Looking at what they said were the most important factors for their own wellbeing with this bit around dx/post-dx #AutisticaFestival

Jenkirton Miriam Harmens Nine had really struggled to gain referral for dx Common to hear: what difference will it make at your age? or being told it was 'just' anxiety (😱) Eight had worse MH postdx because of turmoil coming to terms with it - NONE were offered postdx support #AutisticaFestival

Jenkirton Miriam Harmens BUT all said dx was positive longer-term. Improved: Knowing self Knowing relationships Knowing expectations Knowing 'tribe' With positive knock-on effects for self-esteem, self-compassion, and finding others like them #AutisticaFestival

I'm loving the 'thriving cycle' Jennifer is dicsussing where ppts embraced and internalised what autism meant for them personally, how to work with it, how to recognise the challenges and learn how to manage them Esp came from positive concept of autism #AutisticaFestival

Jennifer Kirton from Jenkirton presentation of 14 older adults experiences of 'surviving or thriving after an autism diagnosis'. 'Knowing your tribe' was a positive outcome overall. The people that really thrived embraced neurodiversity #AutisticaFestival

We are recruiting participants for the first part of our AASPIRE Outcomes Project. We want to measure what matters, in a way that works. Help us make surveys for autistic adults less confusing, frustrating, and offensive. Please share.

Thank you Autistic Selves, Sam, Sarah Cassidy, Mental Health Autism, Jenkirton, @janecagoodwin, Beckie Bundy & Mirabel Pelton for joining the Festival last year. Please retweet this so others have an opportunity to present at this year's Festival. #autisticafestival

John Bercow, speaking for all of us💥

Participation Request: Have you had contact with the Hospital Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care Teams during the pandemic? We would like to hear from you, please complete our short survey surveymonkey.co.uk/r/chaplaincy22. For more information bit.ly/ChaplaincySurv… pls RT Barbara Jack

Have you had contact with the Hospital Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care Teams during the pandemic? We would like to hear from you, please complete our short survey surveymonkey.co.uk/r/chaplaincy22. For more information bit.ly/ChaplaincySurv… Kathryn Mannix Donna Wakefield PCRS

UK followers, can you help with this research? Anyone (professional, patient, family, friend) who had contact with NHS chaplaincy staff during the covid19 pandemic is invited to participate. Info ⤵️

Have you had contact with the Hospital Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care Teams during the pandemic? Or are part of a team We would like to hear from you, please complete our short survey surveymonkey.co.uk/r/chaplaincy22. For more information bit.ly/ChaplaincySurv… The RCN Hospice UK

Participation Request: Have you had contact with the Hospital Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care Teams during the pandemic? We would like to hear from you, please complete our short survey surveymonkey.co.uk/r/chaplaincy22. For more information bit.ly/ChaplaincySurv… please RT

More information about this research project can be heard in this radio interview.bbc.in/3zbeMwj Have you had contact with the Hospital Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care Teams during the pandemic? surveymonkey.co.uk/r/chaplaincy22. For more information bit.ly/ChaplaincySurv…