I was in a park and a lady loudly called out "Anyone who wants an ice cream come over here". I headed over with several others. She handed out ices to them all then asked me "Who are you?". I realised the rest were all her family. 30 years later I still cringe.

Small tweaks of language can have a powerful impact & reduce stigma, worth a read! Avoiding Ableist Language: Suggestions for Autism Researchers | Autism in Adulthood liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/au…

"survivors aren't broken, society is" -akima Thomas- a powerful statement which highlights the need to change the way we understand & treat mental health. examining the big picture #AD4Efestival #psi #

In orange. Grateful not to be in red.

We’re creating a global team of neurodivergent professionals- come join us! #ActuallyAutistic #JobFairy #NeurodiverseSquad

New year's unfortunately often means a focus on fad diets and short term weight loss. It can be an extremely difficult time for people with eating disorders. Here's contact info for Irish services if you need help.

I am excited about these events😍 Links for easy booking: Assessment, assessment in later life and lived experience 27th Jan: bit.ly/3qjtz0d Co-occurring conditions 3rd Feb: bit.ly/35Bbdj4 Neurodiversity in the workplace 10th Feb bit.ly/35vNW2g

"Direct provision is the Magdalene laundry of modern times" we've heard this for over 20yrs, what is being done to put an end to it? I have lived in this system for close to 7yrs, I did not commit any crime, why I have to be subjected to years of incarceration remains a mystery.

We're delighted to announce SIGED first event! Join us for our upcoming free webinar on Tues 2nd March during #EDAW2021. The focus will be on the impact of COVID-19 on the eating disorder community from four important perspectives. Book your place here: psychologicalsociety.ie/event/Impact-o…

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Siren Films are very sad to hear about the death of David Whitebread. We’ve made the video we filmed with him about self regulation free. It was a pleasure to work with him, he will be greatly missed. sirenfilms.co.uk/library/david-…

We are very sad to report the death last week of Dr David Whitebread, who was so fundamental to the field of play research and the founding of the PEDAL Centre. Please see our joint statement with The LEGO Foundation here: pedalhub.org.uk/dr-david-white…

New!!! Check out our downloadable healthcare passport to help make your self-advocacy easier thrivingautistic.org/healthcare/

A great opportunity for aspiring clinical psychologists facing barriers with getting relevant experience prior to clinical training - (webinar will be on 29/07 for more info) Oxford Health NHS FT @billtiplady Minorities Group BPS Pre-Qualification Group careers.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/2021/07/21/app…

Remarkable speech. Addressed to the Russian people, it should also be heard everywhere.

Watching Putin's attack on Ukraine play out, I am struck by the thought that Putin learned the lesson from the wrong Afghanistan war. And he has also vastly misunderstood post-Zelenskiy Ukraine. 1/?

15 Powerful Visuals About Psychology & Life 1.

Drone footage captured bottlenose dolphins socialising in the West Connaught Coast Special Area of Conservation (SAC) off Co. Mayo. Drone footage filmed by Cillian Ó Mongáin with thanks to Gemma O' Connor from Mayo IWDG. @npwsBioData Fair Seas Wild Atlantic Way