#ActuallyAutistic Research Fellow - Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice (@arcap_aus) & Adjunct Research Fellow - @Griffith_Uni (@GU_Incl_Futures)
Autistic experiences of an autism-specific self-compassion program, open access! (PS the updated program is free for Autistic adults) https://t.co/QEgJxNcIfN @arcap_aus@RuYing_Cai@journalautism
Are you an Autistic adult or parent of an Autistic child of any age who lives in Australia or NZ? We’d love to hear your eye care experiences. Take part in the @arcap_aus new research study to improve eye care for the Autistic community:
https://t.co/JWnib1qG63
We’re collaborating with @griffith_uni, @uofcincy, @flinders as well as Autistic people, parents and eye care professionals to improve eye care for the Autistic community. Help us by completing a short survey: https://t.co/0WUuZxIOic
New Research: “Unheard Voices," highlights the underrepresentation of Autistic adults with intellectual disability in research. Just 14 studies using self-report, few measures validated or co-produced. More work needed so that diverse voices are heard. https://t.co/PKm4XbOlW8
Our forth & final webinar in the Autistic Researchers' Webinar series focuses on Parenting Autistic Children. WHEN: 12pm AEDT Tue 3rd Dec 2024 online. Register your attendance here https://t.co/hVD1jbPQXK . Dr Chris Edwards will confirm membership & send you link to session.
From little things, big things grow: New article sharing research with colleagues at the @UniMelb and @DrChrisEd from @AspectAus about the lived experiences of neurodivergent students and staff - this was the start of our Neurodiversity Project: https://t.co/5zqZsAEFA5
Exciting progress in accessible travel! Our study reveals how airports' autism-friendly initiatives are creating positive change for Autistic travelers. Still, there’s more to be done to make air travel more inclusive! Open access - https://t.co/A4fPUNyrCb @arcap_aus
Just a quick reminder, the next Autism Researchers' Series webinar is less than a fortnight away: Wednesday 6th November at midday AEDT. For ASFAR members only, preregister via https://t.co/AXUCBOyyO3
A recording of last week's ARCAP Webinar on "Autism-friendly innovations – from practice models to real-world initiatives" is now available. Watch presentations from @TomTutton, @RuYing_Cai, @DrChrisEd and @aimee_speaks, and share them with your networks: https://t.co/TjdhRo7IwX
So many autism alert cards out there but are they helpful? We explored where and why these cards are used and the responses people receive. Results showed some benefits but public awareness and understanding needs work! Open access @arcap_aus https://t.co/jAoP5xbEUQ
Autism alert cards, views & experiences, free https://t.co/siifFEw5Oy e.g. when an autistic handed the card to a health practitioner, "He responded by raising his voice & speaking at me as if I were stupid. He also told me that I couldn’t expect everyone to meet my needs. I fled"
ARCAP Research Fellow, @DrChrisEd presents findings from a recent autism and airports study:
1⃣ Need for improved accessibility
2⃣ Sunflower lanyards are magic when recognised
3⃣ Need for greater awareness of hidden disabilities across sector
Read more: https://t.co/BTRjRqWpIU
Check out our (@RuYing_Cai) latest blog for the amazing @kanabaletti for a brief introduction to our free self-compassion program for autistic adults. https://t.co/u2WIUaAGPI
We are starting virtual focus groups next week to compliment the stories we have from Autistic pregnancy and parenthood experiences. Please consider joining if you are a doctor, midwife, nurse or other health professional! 👩🏿⚕️👨⚕️👨🏾⚕️ @arcap_aus@MidwivesRCM
Join us for a free webinar examining autism-friendly practice models for creating inclusive environments & showcasing real-world examples that are transforming airports & museums into more accessible spaces. Register now! https://t.co/A7aztdVxNi #AutismFriendly#Webinar
🎉Congratulations to ARCAP's @DrChrisEd & @RuYing_Cai who received an Early Career Research Award at #TheMHSAwards in recognition of their work to improve the mental health of Autistic adults through the cultivation of self-compassion. Well done to all award recipients. #Autism
Thank you @themhsorg conference 2024 for valuing lived experience and co-production, feels like such an inclusive conference (quiet room AND sensory room that are well signed too!)