♾️Clear Autism♾️
@clearautism.bsky.social
Autism, Neurodivergence, Disability.
Based in Scotland, citizen of the world.
Occasional autism outreach and consulting support.
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Occasional autism outreach and consulting support.
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♾️Clear Autism♾️
@clearautism.bsky.social
· Nov 18
I've not really done an introduction yet, so for those who don't know me from *there*:
I'm Clear Autism, and I post about neurodiversity/neurodivergence, disability and carers rights, and related issues, in English and French (UK based but lived in France for years). Probably AuDHD but shy about it.
I'm Clear Autism, and I post about neurodiversity/neurodivergence, disability and carers rights, and related issues, in English and French (UK based but lived in France for years). Probably AuDHD but shy about it.
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fellas
there is such power in silently standing up and leaving a room
you don’t owe anyone audience
if you need to escape, please do
if you want to make a silent statement, please do
maybe you need the bathroom or to make a quick phone call or maybe you never explain
take the space you need 🫶🏻
there is such power in silently standing up and leaving a room
you don’t owe anyone audience
if you need to escape, please do
if you want to make a silent statement, please do
maybe you need the bathroom or to make a quick phone call or maybe you never explain
take the space you need 🫶🏻
November 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
fellas
there is such power in silently standing up and leaving a room
you don’t owe anyone audience
if you need to escape, please do
if you want to make a silent statement, please do
maybe you need the bathroom or to make a quick phone call or maybe you never explain
take the space you need 🫶🏻
there is such power in silently standing up and leaving a room
you don’t owe anyone audience
if you need to escape, please do
if you want to make a silent statement, please do
maybe you need the bathroom or to make a quick phone call or maybe you never explain
take the space you need 🫶🏻
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Note the age range. Yes, there are autistic people in their 90’s — and every other age, for that matter.
And yes, there were autistic people around when you were a kid; the difference is that back then we didn’t have the language or diagnostic tools to identify them. I speak from experience …
And yes, there were autistic people around when you were a kid; the difference is that back then we didn’t have the language or diagnostic tools to identify them. I speak from experience …
Comparing self-harm & suicidality in autistic vs non-autistic adults aged 40-93 years (mean age 60) link.springer.com/article/10.1... 55% of autistics, vs 13.3% of non-autistics, responded "yes" to the question, "Have you deliberately harmed yourself, whether or not you meant to end your life?"
Self-harm and suicidality experiences of autistic and non-autistic adults in midlife and old age - Molecular Autism
Background Suicide has been reported as a leading cause of premature death in autistic populations. Additionally, risk of suicidality is often found to increase with age in the general population. Des...
link.springer.com
November 27, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Note the age range. Yes, there are autistic people in their 90’s — and every other age, for that matter.
And yes, there were autistic people around when you were a kid; the difference is that back then we didn’t have the language or diagnostic tools to identify them. I speak from experience …
And yes, there were autistic people around when you were a kid; the difference is that back then we didn’t have the language or diagnostic tools to identify them. I speak from experience …
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All benefits are entitlements.
All benefits are 100% valid for anyone who qualifies.
Whether it be disability benefits, UC, out of work benefits, child benefit, State Pension, Carers Allowance, or anything else.
End the benefits stigma. We will all claim benefits in our lives.
All benefits are 100% valid for anyone who qualifies.
Whether it be disability benefits, UC, out of work benefits, child benefit, State Pension, Carers Allowance, or anything else.
End the benefits stigma. We will all claim benefits in our lives.
November 27, 2025 at 8:16 AM
All benefits are entitlements.
All benefits are 100% valid for anyone who qualifies.
Whether it be disability benefits, UC, out of work benefits, child benefit, State Pension, Carers Allowance, or anything else.
End the benefits stigma. We will all claim benefits in our lives.
All benefits are 100% valid for anyone who qualifies.
Whether it be disability benefits, UC, out of work benefits, child benefit, State Pension, Carers Allowance, or anything else.
End the benefits stigma. We will all claim benefits in our lives.
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Last chance to have your say on disabled access before the UK's largest Access Survey closes!
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#AccessMatters #DisabledAccess #SmallCharity
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#AccessMatters #DisabledAccess #SmallCharity
The Euan’s Guide Access Survey is now open – and we need to hear from you!
A blog post about the Euan's Guide Access Survey opening in October 2025.
buff.ly
November 27, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Last chance to have your say on disabled access before the UK's largest Access Survey closes!
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#AccessMatters #DisabledAccess #SmallCharity
buff.ly/bYHGbKl
#AccessMatters #DisabledAccess #SmallCharity
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I had this recently >.<
Me: “All autistic people deserve to live”
One of the replies: “Not everyone is as lucky as you, you know. Some children can’t speak and need daily care”
THAT DOESN’T CHANGE THE FACT THAT THEY DESERVE TO LIVE
Me: “All autistic people deserve to live”
One of the replies: “Not everyone is as lucky as you, you know. Some children can’t speak and need daily care”
THAT DOESN’T CHANGE THE FACT THAT THEY DESERVE TO LIVE
November 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM
I had this recently >.<
Me: “All autistic people deserve to live”
One of the replies: “Not everyone is as lucky as you, you know. Some children can’t speak and need daily care”
THAT DOESN’T CHANGE THE FACT THAT THEY DESERVE TO LIVE
Me: “All autistic people deserve to live”
One of the replies: “Not everyone is as lucky as you, you know. Some children can’t speak and need daily care”
THAT DOESN’T CHANGE THE FACT THAT THEY DESERVE TO LIVE
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It’s something most folks won’t understand until it happens to them.
It’s not easy. It’s not fun. It’s certainly not a vacation.
A little less judgement and a bit more compassion would go a long way.
It could happen to you tomorrow.
It’s not easy. It’s not fun. It’s certainly not a vacation.
A little less judgement and a bit more compassion would go a long way.
It could happen to you tomorrow.
November 26, 2025 at 10:22 AM
It’s something most folks won’t understand until it happens to them.
It’s not easy. It’s not fun. It’s certainly not a vacation.
A little less judgement and a bit more compassion would go a long way.
It could happen to you tomorrow.
It’s not easy. It’s not fun. It’s certainly not a vacation.
A little less judgement and a bit more compassion would go a long way.
It could happen to you tomorrow.
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“If you were that sick you would be dead.”
“If it were that bad you would get help.”
“If you can post on social media you’re fine”.
Disabled people are constantly subjected to “if” statements from people who have no concept how bad it can get & how little help is available
“If it were that bad you would get help.”
“If you can post on social media you’re fine”.
Disabled people are constantly subjected to “if” statements from people who have no concept how bad it can get & how little help is available
November 26, 2025 at 10:22 AM
“If you were that sick you would be dead.”
“If it were that bad you would get help.”
“If you can post on social media you’re fine”.
Disabled people are constantly subjected to “if” statements from people who have no concept how bad it can get & how little help is available
“If it were that bad you would get help.”
“If you can post on social media you’re fine”.
Disabled people are constantly subjected to “if” statements from people who have no concept how bad it can get & how little help is available
"First: Do No Harm"
The CDC has turned off its vaccine search tool.
The vaccines.gov site now gives an error when you enter a valid zip code.
They also removed text saying “Vaccines can help you stay healthy” and added a banner saying the site is being updated.
The vaccines.gov site now gives an error when you enter a valid zip code.
They also removed text saying “Vaccines can help you stay healthy” and added a banner saying the site is being updated.
November 26, 2025 at 9:26 AM
"First: Do No Harm"
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How many older journalists and papers look back at their role whipping up hatred against gay people like me in the 80's and 90's with pride and a sense they did right? Very few. So what do *you*, today's journos and papers, think your prospects are after re-running same campaign against trans folk?
November 20, 2025 at 11:27 PM
How many older journalists and papers look back at their role whipping up hatred against gay people like me in the 80's and 90's with pride and a sense they did right? Very few. So what do *you*, today's journos and papers, think your prospects are after re-running same campaign against trans folk?
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If you value my work and appreciate the fact that I put basic human decency and respect for human rights over my potential income, I'd really appreciate if you chipped into said crowdfunder here: gofund.me/55e3a6cf4
Donate to Ballot Box Scotland SP26 Fundraiser, organized by Allan Faulds
This funding will support Ballot Box Scotland's reporting ahead of the 2026 Scottish … Allan Faulds needs your support for Ballot Box Scotland SP26 Fundraiser
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November 20, 2025 at 11:02 PM
If you value my work and appreciate the fact that I put basic human decency and respect for human rights over my potential income, I'd really appreciate if you chipped into said crowdfunder here: gofund.me/55e3a6cf4
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Looks like I'll have to add two grand to my pre-election poll crowdfunder because I certainly won't be working with this rag again. Absolutely disgraceful, awarding a hate campaign that is out to destroy my community and kill my best friend like this. Shame on you.
For Women Scotland wins Public Campaign or Campaigner of the Year at The Herald Scottish Politician of the Year Awards 2025, in association with ScottishPower
www.heraldscotland.com/news...
#politicianawards25
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#politicianawards25
November 20, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Looks like I'll have to add two grand to my pre-election poll crowdfunder because I certainly won't be working with this rag again. Absolutely disgraceful, awarding a hate campaign that is out to destroy my community and kill my best friend like this. Shame on you.
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Scrapping luxury cars from motability just drives more anger towards those claiming motability. They're fixing a problem that only exists because they made it one. These cars make up 5% of motorbility cars. The government pays no extra for them.
www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of...
www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of...
All the PIP perks being scrapped by DWP 'immediately' - full list
Motability is a scheme for people on Personal Independence Payment, or PIP, to get cars at cheaper prices.
www.birminghammail.co.uk
November 26, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Scrapping luxury cars from motability just drives more anger towards those claiming motability. They're fixing a problem that only exists because they made it one. These cars make up 5% of motorbility cars. The government pays no extra for them.
www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of...
www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of...
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BE SO BRILLIANT NONE OF YOUR ENEMIES WOULD DARE LOOK AT YOU.
November 25, 2025 at 10:40 PM
BE SO BRILLIANT NONE OF YOUR ENEMIES WOULD DARE LOOK AT YOU.
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Obviously a disabled person, or their carer, could take the mobility allowance and go to any car dealership and get a car with it. But why is that better than the Motability scheme?
November 25, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Obviously a disabled person, or their carer, could take the mobility allowance and go to any car dealership and get a car with it. But why is that better than the Motability scheme?
It's a Communicator.
youtube.com/shorts/8Bgkw...
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Phone Philosophy
YouTube video by Pat Mandziy
youtube.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:36 PM
It's a Communicator.
youtube.com/shorts/8Bgkw...
youtube.com/shorts/8Bgkw...
We'll always have Paris, Charlie Brown
PUT THE FCKN LOTION IN THE BASKET, CHARLIE BROWN!
Charlie Brown puts the lotion on Charlie Brown’s skin, or else Charlie Brown gets the hose again
November 25, 2025 at 4:17 PM
We'll always have Paris, Charlie Brown
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Why would you include this? Why would you allude to the completely disproven link of vaccines to autism? This is absolutely irresponsible to reinforce that link like this. Not to mention, focusing so much on the cause and genetics of autism like it's a disease that needs curing. It's eugenics.
November 24, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Why would you include this? Why would you allude to the completely disproven link of vaccines to autism? This is absolutely irresponsible to reinforce that link like this. Not to mention, focusing so much on the cause and genetics of autism like it's a disease that needs curing. It's eugenics.
#Motability
Currently abled people who are supporting this government's attacks on disabled people are in for an unpleasant surprise when their own circumstances change.
But it'll be too late.
Don't say we didn't warn you.
Currently abled people who are supporting this government's attacks on disabled people are in for an unpleasant surprise when their own circumstances change.
But it'll be too late.
Don't say we didn't warn you.
Yeah, why should we simplify a disabled person's life eh? They've got it SO EASY! Nothing else to spend their money on! Finally someone is going for the real enemy, am I right?
November 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
#Motability
Currently abled people who are supporting this government's attacks on disabled people are in for an unpleasant surprise when their own circumstances change.
But it'll be too late.
Don't say we didn't warn you.
Currently abled people who are supporting this government's attacks on disabled people are in for an unpleasant surprise when their own circumstances change.
But it'll be too late.
Don't say we didn't warn you.
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You have 24 hours left to sign up to join me for my live podcast.
All sessions run 6pm up until 7.30pm (GMT) at the latest.
You can join here, tickets are "pay what you can afford"
events.humanitix.com/substance-us...
#Podcast #SubstanceUse #ActuallyAutistic #Autism #ADHD
All sessions run 6pm up until 7.30pm (GMT) at the latest.
You can join here, tickets are "pay what you can afford"
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#Podcast #SubstanceUse #ActuallyAutistic #Autism #ADHD
Substance Use For Neurodivergent Adults
David Gray-Hammond talks has a live discussion with the audience about why neurodivergent people take substances, what they take, and what it does for them.
events.humanitix.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:53 PM
You have 24 hours left to sign up to join me for my live podcast.
All sessions run 6pm up until 7.30pm (GMT) at the latest.
You can join here, tickets are "pay what you can afford"
events.humanitix.com/substance-us...
#Podcast #SubstanceUse #ActuallyAutistic #Autism #ADHD
All sessions run 6pm up until 7.30pm (GMT) at the latest.
You can join here, tickets are "pay what you can afford"
events.humanitix.com/substance-us...
#Podcast #SubstanceUse #ActuallyAutistic #Autism #ADHD
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BMW 1 series 120 Sport - £302.52
Peugeot 308 1.2 145 Allure - £355.18
Astra Griffin 1.2 130 - £412.28
All are base models, all are automatic, all on 4 year, 12 months up front on 10k a year.
This doesn’t seem to be about costs, rather demonising those who are on #benefits
Peugeot 308 1.2 145 Allure - £355.18
Astra Griffin 1.2 130 - £412.28
All are base models, all are automatic, all on 4 year, 12 months up front on 10k a year.
This doesn’t seem to be about costs, rather demonising those who are on #benefits
November 25, 2025 at 9:51 AM
BMW 1 series 120 Sport - £302.52
Peugeot 308 1.2 145 Allure - £355.18
Astra Griffin 1.2 130 - £412.28
All are base models, all are automatic, all on 4 year, 12 months up front on 10k a year.
This doesn’t seem to be about costs, rather demonising those who are on #benefits
Peugeot 308 1.2 145 Allure - £355.18
Astra Griffin 1.2 130 - £412.28
All are base models, all are automatic, all on 4 year, 12 months up front on 10k a year.
This doesn’t seem to be about costs, rather demonising those who are on #benefits
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Mobility means more than getting from A to B. Freedom to travel brings new experiences and opportunities.
Government cuts could take away more than disabled people's cars - they could take away our freedom. Let's protect our independence. Learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/49E3QJt
Government cuts could take away more than disabled people's cars - they could take away our freedom. Let's protect our independence. Learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/49E3QJt
November 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Mobility means more than getting from A to B. Freedom to travel brings new experiences and opportunities.
Government cuts could take away more than disabled people's cars - they could take away our freedom. Let's protect our independence. Learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/49E3QJt
Government cuts could take away more than disabled people's cars - they could take away our freedom. Let's protect our independence. Learn more on our website: https://bit.ly/49E3QJt
What on earth did disabled people ever do to the Labour Party for them to be targeted so systematically in so many different ways?
Luxury cars removed from Motability scheme ahead of budget
Luxury cars removed from Motability scheme ahead of budget
Luxury cars will no longer be available for Motabiltiy recipients, it has been announced, with the government saying more money will also go to British manufacturers under changes.
news.sky.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:05 PM
What on earth did disabled people ever do to the Labour Party for them to be targeted so systematically in so many different ways?
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Start an autism satire site, they said - it’ll be fun, they said
November 25, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Start an autism satire site, they said - it’ll be fun, they said
Autistic people forgetting that autism is a devastating tragedy, ep. 50287
November 25, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Autistic people forgetting that autism is a devastating tragedy, ep. 50287
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My first piece for the newly-rebranded @msnowreports.bsky.social: RFK Jr.'s changing the CDC's stance on autism and vaccines signifies just another step in the backlash to #Neurodiversity. And it is a disservice to #ActuallyAutistic people.
www.ms.now/opinion/rfk-...
www.ms.now/opinion/rfk-...
Opinion | RFK Jr.'s latest anti-vaccine move will cause untold harm to autistic Americans
The Trump administration is working toward treating autism as something to be prevented, rather than building a health care system that helps people.
www.ms.now
November 24, 2025 at 10:06 PM
My first piece for the newly-rebranded @msnowreports.bsky.social: RFK Jr.'s changing the CDC's stance on autism and vaccines signifies just another step in the backlash to #Neurodiversity. And it is a disservice to #ActuallyAutistic people.
www.ms.now/opinion/rfk-...
www.ms.now/opinion/rfk-...