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DivergentDumpsterPhoenix

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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.

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DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to neurodivergent
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If you're on Android and want an app full of stuff about autism and neurodiversity, I just release a free app called "Neurodiversity 101". It will also be coming to iOS in the future.

Download it here-

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.emergentdivergenceblog.android

@neurodiversity @neurodivergent @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to neurodivergent
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Last month I surveyed 2,750 people on their language preferences surrounding autism. The first set of results has been published, and compares Autistic and non-Autistic preferences

Find it here-

https://emergentdivergence.com/autism-language-preference-survey-2024/

@neurodiversity @neurodivergent @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to autisticadvocacy
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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

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix OP ,
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@JEkis @neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy I will keep this in mind for the future!

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@toplesstopics @neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @Crazypedia I will be publishing the results 😊

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@toplesstopics @neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @Crazypedia here are the first set of results if you still wanted to see them

https://emergentdivergence.com/autism-language-preference-survey-2024/

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to neurodivergent
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Please stop with the euphemisms. We know what we are, we don't need it explained to us. It is patronising when people try and define our identity for us.

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity @neurodivergent

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Report number 2 on CAMHS has been published. This one looks at the qualitative data and includes direct quotes on the experiences of CAMHS

https://emergentdivergence.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/CAMHS-Report-2024-2.pdf

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to autisticadvocacy
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Out of all the people who responded to the CAMHS survey, this is what was said when asked if they agreed that "CAMHS understands Autistic experiences"

Only 17.6% agreed that CAMHS understands

58.2% expressed disagreement.

The rest had a neutral opinion, which in my opinion is still not acceptable f9r a service working with such vulnerable people.

Find the full report here
https://emergentdivergence.com/camhs-crisis/#camhs-reports-2024

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to autisticadvocacy
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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 @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to autisticadvocacy
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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

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@actuallyautistic @neurodiversity @autisticadvocacy

I couldn't have imagined that I would get 8 years into sobriety. I thought life was over. Now I am an author, an independent academic. A mentor, an independent advocate.

The most beautiful part of my life now is being a father, and the three children in my life have renewed my devotion to leaving the world a little better than I found it.

Thank you to all of you. Without my neurokin, my family and loved ones, I could not have achieved this

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@Susan60 @actuallyautistic @neurodiversity @autisticadvocacy

Thank you ❤️

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to autisticadvocacy
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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

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

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

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@Elizabeth3 @neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy It's likely because the groups that tend to push person-first language have historically been involved in eugenics and other harmful/hateful practices.

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@KitMuse @Elizabeth3 @neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy yes I think it also makes it sound like the person or object belongs elsewhere, as though we are somehow misplaced in autism.

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

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@VaylLarkinPoet @actuallyautistic @neurodiversity @autisticadvocacy that must be such a frustrating and disheartening experience.

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

@actuallyautistic @neurodiversity @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to actuallyautistic
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My website with over 300 articles on autism and neurodivergence is now available as an android app!

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wEmergentDivergenceBlog_17921356

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to actuallyautistic
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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 @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity @bookstodon

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

https://amzn.eu/d/j8a5JW1

This book uses research, parliamentary evidence, and my own personal experiences to explore the way that CAMHS have failed Autistuc people.

You can help me by sharing this post, I would be really grateful to see this book get out there more.

Thank you to all of you who support me ❤️

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @bookstodon

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to actuallyautistic
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I wanted to remind you that my latest book is available now! It was briefly a number 1 bestseller on amazon!

CAMHS in Crisis: Writings on the failure of CAMHS to support Autistic people https://amzn.eu/d/83WgTll

Book uses research and parliamentary evidence

"It’s a desperately sad situation but the excitement and hope around your book is making things a bit easier for me personally as a parent living this with my children" -Anonymous Parent

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to neurodivergent
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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 neurodivergent
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Here's an older article that is still relevant, I co-authored it with Tanya Adkin

It looks at Autistic trauma

https://emergentdivergence.com/2021/09/29/creating-autistic-suffering-in-the-beginning-there-was-trauma/

@neurodiversity @neurodivergent @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to neurodivergent
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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

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@Tooden @neurodiversity @neurodivergent @actuallyautistic @bookstodon @autisticadvocacy thank you ❤️

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to neurodivergent
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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 actuallyautistic
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Friends! My new book-

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

Releases tomorrow!

If you haven't pre-ordered your kindle version, don't forget to do it now!

If you want a paperback copy, you can order it tomorrow!

https://amzn.eu/d/fnz8qzf

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity @bookstodon

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to actuallyautistic
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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

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My new book on the failings of is out on Sunday.

If you use a kindle, you can pre-order it now.

CAMHS in Crisis: Writings on the failure of CAMHS to support Autistic people https://amzn.eu/d/fnz8qzf

@neurodiversity @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to actuallyautistic
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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

18+ DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to actuallyautistic
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Autism is not a problem. Here's a list of things that are:

Inaccessible learning environments
Reduced life expectancy
Sky high sucde rate
Increased self-medication
Inaccessible and ableist healthcare systems
Unemployment and poverty
Discrimination
Increased rates of victimisation
High likelihood of mental health concerns
Gatekeeping of services
Higher rates of institutionalised parent carer blame

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @neurodiversity

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix OP ,
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This is not an exhaustive list. You are welcome to add your own contributions.

The point I am making is this; research priorities should be to improve the lives of Autistic people here now, and those to come. Research into why we exist and how to prevent it does no good for our community.

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DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to bookstadon
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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 actuallyautistic
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Autistic people in the media

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd

A video of David speaking. The video has subtitles.

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to actuallyautistic
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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 OP ,
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@infmin @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd it wasn't all that accidental tbh.

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to actuallyautistic
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When services fail to make themselves accessible or helpful to minority groups, they have failed completely.

I think about mental health services in particular, both CAMHS and adult services, that constantly fail to support neurodivergent people.

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd @neurodiversity

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 actuallyautistic
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A brief video on what neurodiversity is and isn't. If you find it helpful, pass it along!

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd @neurodiversity

A video of David discussing what neurodiversity is and isn't. The video has closed captions.

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to audhd
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The state of autism diagnosis in the UK.

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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The state of autism diagnosis in the UK.

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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DivergentDumpsterPhoenix OP ,
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@johnhobbs @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd I suspect that as well

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix OP ,
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@transponderings @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd thank you, I appreciate you doing this. I have been ill in hospital having emergency surgery and have not been keeping up with putting alt text on everything. I am very grateful that you did this for me in my own absence. You are good people.

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@transponderings @actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd thank you 😊

DivergentDumpsterPhoenix , to audhd
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It's a good thing when more people get their diagnosis. It validates their struggle and increases the chance of them finding Autistic spaces.

While we should work towards a world where diagnosis is not required, we need to recognise that people without a diagnosis struggle a lot.

https://emergentdivergence.com/2023/11/23/is-there-an-autism-epidemic/

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

@actuallyautistic @autisticadvocacy @audhd

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