A lack of understanding and Universal design are the reason why I am ‘disabled ‘ - It’s not the fact that I am #autistic - with the right accommodations and support I am thriving at work - but school was certainly a very different experience - this research outlines why 👇

We stand in solidarity with our fellow physiotherapist networks and the citizens in our country who worry for their safety. Intersectionality between different protected characteristics is common and complicates the level of risk associated with the current unrest.

digital.nhs.uk/data-and-infor… So, nearly 200,000 people waiting for an autism diagnostic assessment, here. We know the importance of diagnosis & what it can bring, including better self-knowledge & self-care, access to supportive peers, etc. Time to review how we diagnose, surely?

Have your say on #coproduction 👇

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Looking forward to reading this 👇

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Food for thought on #coproduction #languagematters

So much better #languagematters #actuallyautistic

Might be a useful resource to share with members CSPDisAbility #actuallyautistic

Happy World PT Day Chartered Society of Physiotherapy CSP BAME Network @csplgbtqia+ 🏳️‍🌈⚧🏳️‍⚧️ CSP Associates' Network West Midlands CSP South East Physio CSPEastMidlands CSP Wales CSPNorthEast CSP Scotland North West CSP CSP South West CSPsouthcentral

This is a great 🧵 outlining just what it means to an #ActuallyAutistic person to explore their passions/special interests . What is even better is when another person is prepared to take an interest and champion them too 👍

As a #physiotherapist this is fantastic ParalympicsGB 🫶 👀CSPDisAbility Chartered Society of Physiotherapy #actuallyautistic #actuallyautisticphysiotherapist #EqualPlay

Fantastic ParalympicsGB well done 👏 🍾🥂

Such an important paper from colleagues at BSMS Bruce BendyBrain: Dr Jessica Eccles & Seb Shaw (he/him) 🏳️‍🌈 Receiving an autism diagnosis was life-changing, deeply validating, allowed them to be their true authentic selves, improved mental health Accurate diagnosis matters #AutismNotPD

Our response to the independent review of the NHS in England by Lord Darzi. Rob Yeldham (he/him), director of strategy, policy and engagement said: 'We strongly endorse the calls to expand healthcare in the community and to build care around the needs of the individual. Community

Lord Darzi’s report makes a sobering read, laying bare the challenges staff and patients are experiencing. The full report is well worth the read but if you’re struggling for time, CF have summarised the main points from the 159 page report ⤵️ carnallfarrar.com/darzi-investig…

A great thread 🧵 - as I have joined lots of dots during my #latediscovered journey - managing my #sensory needs has been integral to dampening down my nervous system responses and hence has had an impact on 👇my #anxiety #actuallyautistic

This arrived through the letter box today - a great resource and something I wish I’d had a long time ago …..might also have a little mention in the acknowledgments #autisticparenting #autistic #actuallyautistic

Great to be representing CSPDisAbility today - fantastic conversations , with colleagues CSP BAME Network and @csplgbtqia+ 🏳️‍🌈⚧🏳️‍⚧️ feeling empowered to continue to speak out for those whose voices are not always heard or recognised #disability #ActuallyAutistic