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1 month ago | 
psychreg.org | Julian Carter |Monique Moate |Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond
2 Reading Time: 3 minutesA pioneering initiative led by Heriot-Watt University and the charity Scottish Autism is empowering older autistic adults to influence the planning of their health and social care services. The “Autism, Ageing and Social Care” project employs creative mediums, including filmmaking and art, to foster a broader dialogue about the support needs of autistic individuals as they age.
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1 month ago | 
psychreg.org | Julian Carter |Monique Moate |Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond
1 Reading Time: 2 minutesResearch indicates that ADHD and autism in women are frequently misdiagnosed as mood or personality disorders. This misdiagnosis stems from outdated diagnostic frameworks that fail to recognise how these conditions manifest differently in women. Evidence also indicates that nearly 80% of autistic females remain undiagnosed or misdiagnosed by the age of 18.
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1 month ago | 
psychreg.org | Julian Carter |Monique Moate |Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond
0 Reading Time: 2 minutesA new study has revealed a sharp rise in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder cases in Finland, with both incidence and prevalence more than doubling between 2015 and 2020. The findings, published in the journal Brain and Behaviour, highlight notable differences in diagnosis rates by age and gender, leading to discussions about evolving diagnostic practices and awareness.
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1 month ago | 
psychreg.org | Julian Carter |Monique Moate |Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond
2 Reading Time: 2 minutesAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often stereotypically associated with hyperactive and disruptive behaviour in children. But experts warn that this narrow perception leads to thousands of UK children going undiagnosed each year, as their symptoms don’t align with common stereotypes. This oversight significantly impacts their mental health and academic performance. ADHD UK estimates that .
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2 months ago | 
psychreg.org | Monique Moate |Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond |Julian Carter
1 Reading Time: 6 minutesEvery generation brings new perspectives, greater awareness, and fresh opportunities for understanding conditions that, in the past, have been met with stigma or misunderstanding. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one such condition. Over the last few decades, public understanding of ADHD has evolved from simplistic generalisations to more nuanced, research-based insights.
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2 months ago | 
psychreg.org | Monique Moate |Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond |Julian Carter
22 Reading Time: 3 minutesSocial media can be a good way to connect with other autistic people. And if autism itself is your special interest, you can find other autists on there who also enjoy discussing your interest. But along with the solidarity, info, and entertainment (which I was grateful for), there is a lot of misinformation about autism (ASD) being spread on different social media platforms. The misinfo is just one of many reasons I decided to quit autism social media for my well-being.
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2 months ago | 
autism.einnews.com | Monique Moate |Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond |Julian Carter
6 Reading Time: 3 minutesSocial media can be a good way to connect with other autistic people. And if autism itself is your special interest, you can find other autists on there who also enjoy discussing your interest. But along with the solidarity, info, and entertainment (which I was grateful for), there is a lot of misinformation about autism (ASD) being spread on different social media platforms. The misinfo is just one of many reasons I decided to quit autism social media for my well-being.
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2 months ago | 
psychreg.org | Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond |Monique Moate |Adam Mulligan
1 Reading Time: 4 minutesI honestly think that many “neurodiversity-affirming” therapists (especially psychologists) are using these trendy terms primarily for marketing purposes.
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2 months ago | 
autism.einnews.com | Samantha Green |Ellen Diamond |Monique Moate |Adam Mulligan
6 Reading Time: 4 minutesI honestly think that many “neurodiversity-affirming” therapists (especially psychologists) are using these trendy terms primarily for marketing purposes.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
psychreg.org | Ellen Diamond |Monique Moate |Adam Mulligan |Paul Hargreaves
1 Reading Time: 3 minutesFor individuals seeking ADHD diagnosis and treatment, the decision-making process often hinges on factors like affordability and accessibility. However, one vital aspect many overlook is the role of shared care agreements. These agreements allow a patient’s GP to continue prescribing ADHD medication on the NHS after initial treatment is set up by a specialist clinic.
