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DivergentDumpsterPhoenix

@DivergentDumpsterPhoenix@disabled.social

Author of "The New Normal" and "CAMHS in Crisis", Owner of "Emergent Divergence" and DGH Neurodivergent Consultancy. Co-Host of "Especially Interesting" podcast from Aucademy. Host of "David's Divergent Discussions" podcast.

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#Autistic and #ADHD recovering from #addiction and also #Schizophrenic.

#Blogger.
#Activist.
#Advocate.

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DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to actuallyautistic
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The following is a survey asking for the language preferences of Autistic and non-Autistic people regarding autism.

It is open to Autistic and non-Autistic people for the benefit of comparison.

I will also be using the preference results of Autistic people on the "neurodiversity: the basics" page of my website.

Please do fill this out and RT it, I would like to get at least 1000 responses.

Survey-
https://forms.gle/LM9gi4urTt15wkqn9

#AskingAutistics

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to random
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Autistic burnout: How do you recover?

Autistic burnout is a unique struggle for each individual, impacting cognitive and physical resources. Recovery involves understanding personal needs, setting protective boundaries, avoiding excessive limitations, and allowing time for focused activities. Celebrating small victories and seeking mental health support are essential. Embracing change is crucial, as recovery is attainable with the support of the Autistic community.

https://emergentdivergence.com/2024/05/08/autistic-burnout-how-do-you-recover/

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, (edited ) to mentalhealth
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Here is the download link for the first report coming from the CAMHS survey I did (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services). It looked into Autistic peoples experiences of CAMHS.

It's a long report, but has some really important statistics in it

Find and download it here

https://emergentdivergence.com/camhs-crisis/#camhs-reports-2024

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to actuallyautistic
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Don't call yourself and ally to Autistic people if you haven't given me, an Autistic person, cake this April.

#ActuallyAutistic #AutismAwarenessMonth #AutismAcceptanceMonth

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to actuallyautistic
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Today I am 8 years Sober!

The past 8 years have not been simple. I have had to build a new life. I have spent time in institutions and been diagnosed Schizophrenic. Importantly I was also diagnosed Autistic (that will be 8 years ago next November).

@actuallyautistic @neurodiversity @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to actuallyautistic
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Autism Acceptance Month is about to start. Anyone not accepted by an Autistic person before April 30th will be yeeted into the sun.

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy #AutismAwarenessMonth #AutismAcceptanceMonth

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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This is why I prefer - What do you prefer?

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

video/mp4

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to actuallyautistic
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It's wild the way infantilisation and imposter syndrome team up, meaning that in my mid-30's, I rarely think of myself as an adult.

@actuallyautistic @neurodiversity @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, (edited ) to random
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Autistic Burnout: When the Autistic brain overloads

Think you understand autistic burnout? It might be more complex than you think. Could YOU be experiencing burnout without even realizing it? Find out the diverse forms of burnout and what they can mean for autistic people.

https://emergentdivergence.com/2024/03/20/autistic-burnout-when-the-autistic-brain-overloads/

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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Autism awareness tells YOU we are here. Acceptance tells US we are welcome.

@actuallyautistic @neurodiversity @autisticadvocacy

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CAMHS are responsible for suicidal Autistic adults

Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) focus on improving the mental health of children and young people but often fail to support Autistic individuals. This leads to high rates of mental health issues and su*cide in Autistic adults. CAMHS failures create a burden on adult mental health services and perpetuate a cycle of trauma and inadequate support for Autistic individuals and their families.

https://emergentdivergence.com/2024/03/11/camhs-are-responsible-for-suicidal-autistic-adults/

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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In honour or "read an ebook" week, my books about autism and being Autistic -

"The New Normal"
"Unusual Medicine"
"CAMHS in Crisis"

will be available for free on kindle from 5th March until 10th March. Grab your copy and let your friends know!

https://emergentdivergence.com/my-books

#ActuallyAutistic #autism #Autistic #AutisticAuthor #MentalHealth #Recovery #CAMHS

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity @bookstodon

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A reflection for Weird Pride Day

Weird Pride Day celebrates embracing individuality and resisting societal pressure to conform. It challenges the stigma around being "weird" and advocates for self-acceptance. March 4th serves as a day of empowerment to dismantle normativity and honor those who have suffered due to societal expectations. Involvement includes showing support online and promoting individuality.

https://emergentdivergence.com/2024/03/04/a-reflection-for-weird-pride-day/

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, (edited ) to Autism
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If you haven't read my book "CAMHS in Crisis" yet, it's available now!

This book looks at the failure of CAMHS to support Autistic young people. It uses parliamentary evidence, research, and personal experiences.

@actuallyautistic @neurodiversity @mentalhealth @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to actuallyautistic
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Just a quick reminder that my new book about CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) is out now!

It was briefly at number 1 in its category!

If you haven't seen it, please do check it out. If you've already got it, I would love to see some reviews!

CAMHS in Crisis: Writings on the failure of CAMHS to support Autistic people

https://amzn.eu/d/83WgTll

@neurodiversity @neurodivergent @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to actuallyautistic
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My new book hit no. 1 best seller for it's category!

CAMHS in Crisis: Writings on the failure of CAMHS to support Autistic people

https://amzn.eu/d/fnz8qzf

@neurodiversity @neurodivergent @actuallyautistic @bookstodon @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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My new book has officially released!

Both paperback and kindle versions!

Grab your copy now!

CAMHS in Crisis: Writings on the failure of CAMHS to support Autistic people

https://amzn.eu/d/fnz8qzf

@neurodiversity @neurodivergent @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @bookstodon

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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Forcing a person back to the source of their trauma with no meaningful support or accommodations is placing lives in danger. The new government push to get kids back into school is a danger to disabled communities.

The problem is isn't that the kids are not in school, it's that school is not a safe environment for all kids.

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to random
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You can't be neurodiversity affirming and also against self-diagnosis/identification

The two world views are mutually incompatible.

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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"CAMHS in Crisis" is currently listed at number 6 in Civil Rights and Liberties!

Let's keep those pre-orders rolling in to try and get it to number one!

UK Pre-order - https://amzn.eu/d/2qZcmH8

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity @audhd

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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I remember getting this 5 star review from Dr. Nick Walker. Nick has been one of the leading minds of the neurodiversity movement for over two decades. Her conceptualisation of neuroqueer theory has been groundbreaking.

My book is available in most territories, but do let me know if you have difficulty finding it 😊

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity @bookstadon

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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Autistic people in the media

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd @neurodiversity

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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When minority groups are facing a decline in their well-being due to real problems that affect their group, no amount of positive thinking will make that go away.

It is completely unreasonable to ask people to think positively about their lack of privilege in a situation.

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to actuallyautistic
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Stop trying to "normalise" Autistic people. Changing our outward behaviour will not make us any less Autistic.

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd @neurodiversity

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix, to Autism
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The state of autism diagnosis in the UK. (1/2)

All content on slides can be found at this link along with the option to listen as audio-

https://emergentdivergence.com/2023/11/12/the-shocking-state-of-autism-diagnosis-in-the-uk/

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd

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