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Mum, cat lady, Swiftie. 🫢🏻 PhD candidate at OTARC, LaTrobe University, Melbourne. Researching #AutisticBurnout. All views my own.

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An infographic titled β€œNeurodivergent (Autistic) Burnout” from Kindred Hope Wellness. It shows three columns: Signs (e.g. memory loss, exhaustion, meltdowns), Causes (e.g. doing too much, masking, sensory overload), and How to Deal (e.g. rest, set boundaries, be kind to yourself). A grayscale photo of a person with their head resting on their knees is faintly visible in the background.

An infographic titled β€œNeurodivergent (Autistic) Burnout” from Kindred Hope Wellness. It shows three columns: Signs (e.g. memory loss, exhaustion, meltdowns), Causes (e.g. doing too much, masking, sensory overload), and How to Deal (e.g. rest, set boundaries, be kind to yourself). A grayscale photo of a person with their head resting on their knees is faintly visible in the background.

Neurodivergent burnout isn’t β€œjust being tired.”

It’s hitting a wallβ€”and then being expected to smile through it.

This image? It’s real.

Loss of words. Skills fading. Everything feels heavier, clumsier, noisier.

#WeAreBillionStrong #Neurodiversity

13.06.2025 17:30 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I am horrified by RFK’s comments about autism today. 🀬 He is a vile and ignorant person representing a reprehensible government. 🀬 My rage, support, and love goes out to all autistic people. Don’t let anyone tell you that you’re less than. πŸ’ͺ🏻

17.04.2025 00:44 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Elevated Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors and Nonsuicidal Self-Injury in Autistic Youth and Adults: A Multinational Study | Autism in Adulthood Background: Autistic people are at significant risk for suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs) and nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). We examined STB and NSSI in different age-groups, considering sex- an...

New #Autism research

"Most participants (87.8%) reported lifetime suicidal ideation/thoughts and NSSI (56.3%). Nearly one-third of autistic people (31.0%) reported a suicide attempt in their lifetime, with an average of three lifetime attempts reported by participants."

doi.org/10.1089/aut....

17.03.2025 04:33 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1

Yes, most people don’t understand that people with ADHD are under stimulated.

17.03.2025 05:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
GCU Glasgow Caledonian University 
Research Study Recruitment 
I am a final year DPsych Health Psychology student at Glasgow Caledonian University and I am currently  undertaking a research project exploring Menstrual Health literacy in autistic populations in Scotland. 
You are eligible if: 
You are 18+
Diagnosed or self identify as autistic 
Born or live with a womb
Live Scotland 
What would be expected of you:
Interview via video conferencing software (approx 60 minutes)
Discuss Menstrual Health literacy 
If interested in participating or for more information or any questions, please contact Lauren Gray. Lgray300@caledonian.ac.uk
Ethical approval obtained 
Project supervised by Dr Cheryl Bennett

GCU Glasgow Caledonian University Research Study Recruitment I am a final year DPsych Health Psychology student at Glasgow Caledonian University and I am currently undertaking a research project exploring Menstrual Health literacy in autistic populations in Scotland. You are eligible if: You are 18+ Diagnosed or self identify as autistic Born or live with a womb Live Scotland What would be expected of you: Interview via video conferencing software (approx 60 minutes) Discuss Menstrual Health literacy If interested in participating or for more information or any questions, please contact Lauren Gray. Lgray300@caledonian.ac.uk Ethical approval obtained Project supervised by Dr Cheryl Bennett

Hi everyone, this is Lauren who is a Health Psychology student doing research on Menstrual Health literacy in autistic populations in Scotland.
She is autistic herself and is looking for other autistic AFAB people in Scotland to participate.
Can you help by participating and/ or sharing?
#AutRes

10.01.2025 14:23 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 17 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Research by @ainemcnicholas.bsky.social from Uni of Galway explores autistic people's experiences of autistic burnout during active burnout. Please complete the 10 minute survey if you're 18+, self-identify or are diagnosed autistic & in burnout.

url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/92XWCD1jB9...

13.01.2025 06:54 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Ohhhhhhhh πŸ€”

21.12.2024 05:36 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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⚠️Autism Community- Support Zoom

Just a virtual space to come together for discussions, support and community care.

For: Autistic folks, Parents, Educators, Clinicians, Siblings, all are welcome.
Come as you are

*Room caps at 100. At 76 now.

Register: forms.gle/r94ZuArYPSBX...

21.12.2024 03:51 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Researchers at La Trobe University are seeking volunteer research participants to be involved in a study about early autism support for children from refugee and immigrant backgrounds.

For more info:
lnkd.in/g-eYafAQ

#OTARC #LTU #LaTrobe #CALD #autismresearch #autism

29.11.2024 02:25 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks to everyone putting together the starter packs! 🫢🏻

19.11.2024 01:09 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Of course my first post has to be about my cat 😹 This is Skylar. She’s adorable and grumpy. Hi πŸ‘‹πŸ»

15.11.2024 13:05 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0