a friendly #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek reminder that celebrating neurodivergent strengths is meaningless until we learn to accept neurodivergent struggles.

TODAY IS THE DAY! Eating Disorders and Neurodivergence: A Stepped Care Approach is an extensive document commissioned by the National Eating Disorders Collaboration (NEDC) and authored by Laurence (EDNA’s Chair) and Anna (EDNA’s Deputy Chair). Link: nedc.com.au/eating-disorde…

ICU can be an extremely challenging environment for autistic people For #WorldAutismAcceptanceWeek we have made this video to give an idea of the sensory challenges of being an ICU patient Part 1 of 2! 1/

Anti‐ableist language is fully compatible with high‐quality autism research: Response to Singer et al. (2023) - Natri - 2023 - Autism Research - Wiley Online Library onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.10…

“But to this day, in my thirties, I'm still constantly in this shifting zone of not wanting to be in full-blown burnout or bore-out. I need constant stimulation even when I've been in full burnout; I need it in the form of focusing on my special interests’ - Annie Crowe

It’s #PDA Day! 🐼 Many of you might’ve heard of #PathologicalDemandAvoidance... I prefer #PersistentDriveforAutonomy! There has been a lot in the media recently about “School Refusal." Refusing is a choice, PDA, trauma and/or anxiety are NOT choices. #PDAer #AuDHD PDA Society

Why #neurodivergent children and young people have co-occurring health challenges in education with Bethany Donaghy (she/her) Dr. David Moore and myself as authors. #autism #ADHD #DCD + #hypermobility #Attendance #attainment pressreleases.responsesource.com/news/104052/ne…

My Top 3 ways that therapy & health clinics can easily level up the neuroaccessibility* of their physical spaces *Hat tip to @_anniecrowe for this fabulous term 1/... #NeurodiversityAcceptance #Neuroaccessibility #Inclusion #Disability

Neurodivergent Pride Day x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

The same interview by Annie Crowe is available in a video. Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice - ARCAP . Sponsored by Yellow Ladybugs youtube.com/watch?v=0whIG_…

On #NeurodiversityPrideDay and #AutisticPrideDay, learn about #neurodivergence and #eatingdisorders, and creating neurodiversity-affirming support systems and care pathways. Read Eating Disorders Neurodiversity Australia Eating Disorders and Neurodivergence: A Stepped Care Approach: bit.ly/EDs-Neuro

It was an absolute joy to have a conversation with the wonderful Annie @_anniecrowe  🎧 Listen: pod.link/1625478932/epi… Join us as we dive deep into various topics including... 1/...

⭐️ Some great nuggets of advice for neurodivergent parents ⭐️ Using tech tools for ‘knowledge management’ – technology that supports our executive functioning challenges 📺 You can watch on YouTube if you want! Search for channel youtu.be/6IpaIvNXGL0⁠ 3/...

The sooner we recognise a young person’s neurotype the sooner we ensure their needs are met and support them to fulfil their potential. Proactive action is key to minimise the risks of isolation & trauma. Awareness, education & training is where change happens. #Autism

Join us to celebrate the launch of the National Eating Disorders Strategy 2023-2033 on 30 August, 12pm AEST. The Strategy will create change and build a stronger system of care, and we all have a role to play in making this happen. Register: bit.ly/National-Strat…

What are your New Year's resolutions that honour and respect your #neurodivergence? I've been deeply reflecting on my own internalised #ableism and #neuronormative cultural bias this January to try and create neurodiversity-affirming goals for 2024. How about you? #Autistic #ADHD

Beyond disappointed with Patrick McGorry's recent comments on #autism and #adhd being 'over-diagnosed' and even worse The Today Show Channel9 airing a respiratory doctor (not even a psychiatrist) nickcoatsworth to boost these inaccurate and harmful opinions. #ableism #ignorance