Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)

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💜 ♾️ AuDHD | Monotropic | Neuro-affirming Autism advocate & consultant. Interests: monotropism, flow, burnout & neuroqueer theory. Writer • Trainer • Resource Creator | Former SEND EY/Primary teacher ♾️ 💜

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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· 11d

Oh, this is super fun! I was born in 1978, and a strange number of words seem to be very significant to me! Check out @merriam-webster.com 's Time Traveler! www.merriam-webster.com/time-travele...

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· 25d

Why even the "spiky profile" still measures us against a grid of neuronormativity — and what a constellation of intensities offers instead. autisticrealms.com/the-constell...

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Jul 2

“It’s the Wild West Out There”: Autistic Adults’ Experiences of Seeking Connection Through Dating Apps. By Gibbs V, Edwards C, Cai RY, Love AMA, Pearson A. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

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Alt text: Screenshot of a journal article page showing restricted access status, labelled "Research article," first published online June 27, 2026. The title reads: "It's the Wild West Out There": Autistic Adults' Experiences of Seeking Connection Through Dating Apps. Authors listed are Vicki Gibbs, Chris Edwards, Amy Pearson, and two additional authors (indicated by a "+2" icon), with a link to view all authors and affiliations. The article is listed under OnlineFirst with DOI 10.1177/25739581261463939. Below a navigation bar (Contents, Get access, More) is the Abstract section, beginning with "Background:" and text stating that Autistic adults often encounter barriers in initiating and sustaining romantic relationships, including fewer opportunities to meet partners, elevated social anxiety, and increased vulnerability to rejection or victimisation compared with non-autistic people, and that digital platforms may offer novel pathways for connection, though little is known about how Autistic users navigate online dating.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Jul 1

Oooooooh! Reclaiming love, wisdom, and healing through decolonial and liberation psychologies: A call to action. Santana et al 2025 psycnet.apa.org/record/2026-...

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Screenshot of an APA PsycArticles database entry for a journal article. The title reads: "Reclaiming love, wisdom, and healing through decolonial and liberation psychologies: A call to action." Authors listed are: Santana, Mercedes; T., Gitika; Bryant, Thema; Comas-Díaz, Lillian; Zerbe Enns, Carolyn; Harrell, Shelly P.; Hita, Liza; GreyWolf, Iva; Kia-Keating, Maryam; Lee, B. Andi; Neville, Helen A.; Suyemoto, Karen L. The citation reads: Santana, M., T., G., Bryant, T., Comas-Díaz, L., Zerbe Enns, C., Harrell, S. P., Hita, L., GreyWolf, I., Kia-Keating, M., Lee, B. A., Neville, H. A., & Suyemoto, K. L. (2025). Reclaiming love, wisdom, and healing through decolonial and liberation psychologies: A call to action. American Psychologist, 80(4), 447–460. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0001527. A circular citation metric graphic shows the number 9. The journal is American Psychologist, Editor-in-Chief Harris Cooper, PhD.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Jun 27

Oooh @mariemarm.bsky.social and team thank you for this! A repository of resources on neurodiversity in cognitive science, including a glossary, links to blog posts, and preprints, has just been updated! osf.io/2untm/files/...

Screenshot of a PDF viewer showing page 1 of 8 of the "Glossary of Neurodiversity" PDF, hosted on OSF (Open Science Framework) at osf.io/2untm. The document is described as a glossary of key terms and concepts related to neurodiversity, including both published academic sources and community-driven web resources. Two glossary entries are partially visible: Ableism, defined as explicit and implicit systems of discrimination that give a person negative evaluations and inferior status on the basis of their disability and/or neurodivergence, while privileging able-bodied or neurotypical people; and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder/Condition (ADHD/ADHC), described as manifesting as difficulties regulating attention, impulsive behaviour, hyperactivity, restlessness, and executive functioning. The right panel shows project metadata identifying this as part of a repository titled "Neurodiversity in cognitive science."

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Jun 22

Reclaiming Neurodiversity: Indigenous Perspectives on Autism, Relationality, and Inclusion By Grant Bruno, Louis Busch, Will Landon, Leona Makokis Wicazo Sa Review 2026 muse.jhu.edu/article/992713 Does anyone have access to this?! Would love to read!

A scanned academic journal article page from Wicazo Sa Review, 2026. The title reads "Reclaiming Neurodiversity: Indigenous Perspectives on Autism, Relationality, and Inclusion" by Grant Bruno, Louis Busch, Will Landon, and Leona Makokis. The background section states that neurodiversity and neurodivergence highlight unique interpretations of cultural, social, and historical perspectives between Indigenous and Western contexts, noting that Indigenous Peoples have long recognised and embraced diversity in ways of being, thinking, and experiencing the world, viewing differences in cognition and behaviour as integral to individual and community wellbeing rather than as deficits.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Jun 16

Exploring monotropism, awe, and Autistic identity through My Monotropic Galaxy: A Constellation of My Autistic Self. Weaving quantum physics, Deleuzean philosophy, and more fun star stuff inspired by @stimpunks.org into the cosmos! morerealms.com/my-monotropi...

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Jun 13

Autistic Pride STIM & GLIM Party June 18th 4pm BST Free online event with @stimpunks.org & @neurohubcommunity.org Celebrate stimming & the glimmers that bring Autistic joy. connect.neurohubcommunity.org/events/D30D71

Promotional poster with a purple galaxy-themed background and yellow star illustrations. At the top are the logos for “NeuroHub Community Ltd.”, featuring a colorful phoenix, and “Stimpunks,” with a white umbrella-like symbol.

Centered on a large purple panel is the text:

“Join NeuroHub Community and Stimpunks for a FREE Autistic Pride Stim and Glim Party”

The event is scheduled for 18th June 2026 at 4pm in NeuroHub Community.

At the bottom, the poster reads: “Celebrating Stimming & Glimmers.”

The design uses large white text, decorative stars, and a vibrant space-themed color palette to create a festive and welcoming atmosphere celebrating autistic pride.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Jun 5

Times are hard, we want as many people as possible to have access to our neuro-affirming resources to support their Autistic loved ones & own well-being 8+ hours video content PDF ebook #1 Amazon bestseller 300+ people have accessed 100% positive feedback neurohubcommunity.org/course/re-st...

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Jun 3

It was wonderful to join @yellowladybugs.bsky.social today for their conference alongside Elaine McGoldrick and @drruthmoyse.bsky.social discussing all things related to neuro-affirming education! www.researchgate.net/publication/... pavpub.com/health-and-s... autisticrealms.com/space-time-a...

Promotional graphic for the Yellow Ladybugs Conference, taking place 2-4 June 2026. The design features a purple background with neon-style accents and the heading "Day 2." The session title reads: "Let's Change the Environment! Designing Schools Around Autistic Experiences (Not The Other Way Round!)." Three speaker headshots are displayed: Helen Edgar, Elaine McGoldrick, and Dr. Ruth Moyse, all with she/her pronouns listed beneath their names. The session is scheduled for 3rd June at 3:00pm. The description explains that the panel will explore interconnected frameworks including SPELL, SPACE-TIME, and Monotropism, focusing on creating safer, more affirming environments for Autistic students through predictability, autonomy, sensory safety, and authentic inclusion. The website www.ylbconference.com.au appears at the bottom.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 25

📢 I'm building a list and need some help. Who are the neurodivergent writers, artists, and makers you follow and learn from? 🌟Share your recommendations below — the more the better! 👇 Drop links, names, accounts — anything you love. #NeurodivergentCreatives #CreativeWriting #ActuallyAutistic

Poster with a warm beige background and bold black text reading "In Our Own Words — Neurodivergent Creative Writing." A question asks: "Who are your community creative guides — writers, artists, makers?" followed by "Drop links below. Thank you!" The lower half shows a photograph of a spiral notebook, pen, and white cup of tea on a wooden surface, backlit by warm golden sunlight.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 25

Wow! Thank you to everyone for all your support! My website has reached a milestone of ONE MILLION impressions this month! It has been a wonderful journey with you all over the past 3 and a half years since I started Autistic Realms. autisticrealms.com

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 21

I’m excited to be presenting at the @yellowladybugs.bsky.social 2026 Conference with @drruthmoyse.bsky.social & Elaine McGoldrick. We'll be chatting about: Let's Change the Environment! Designing Schools Around Autistic Experiences (Not The Other Way Round!) Tickets and info: www.ylbconference.com

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 21

@thinkingautism.com , many thanks for sharing my work about Why Attachment Theory Fails Autistic People, and What Might Work Instead autisticrealms.com/why-attachme...

A vibrant pink, purple, and red gradient background with two overlapping translucent heart shapes. Centered in bold white text is the quote: “Connection does not have a single shape, and an Autistic parent or carer who shows love through parallel play, or sensory co-regulation, or a different communication style is not failing to attach to their child.” — Helen Edgar.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 18

Don't miss our free Autistic Pride Stim & Glim party on June 18th, 4pm UK time with me, @neurohubcommunity.org and @stimpunks.org online. All welcome! neurohubcommunity.org/.../autistic... #AutisticPride #ActuallyAutistic #autism #AutisticCommunity

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 18

Are you in England, & looking for help in supporting an Autistic family member/person you work with? FREE, FUNDED peer-supportive sessions are available through Autism Central. Sessions are delivered by trained & supervised peer guides with lived or family experience. www.autismcentral.nhs.uk

A poster about the service described in the opening post. A service from Autism Central and the NHS. Talk to someone who gets it. Book your free session today.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 12

This came out yesterday: French B, Newell V, Nalbant G, Wright H, Daley D and Cassidy S (2026) Adverse outcomes for autistic people: an umbrella review of mental health, physical health, social and lifestyle domains. www.frontiersin.org/journals/psy...

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 12

Last day for voting! Thank you to everyone for your votes and kind comments. I am proud to be in this community space with everyone advocating for neuro-affirming care and practice! www.nationaldiversityawards.co.uk/awards-2026/...

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· May 4

"I cannot live without my soul": An Autistic Exploration of Wuthering Heights morerealms.com/i-cannot-liv...

A small, weathered house sits alone on a grassy hillside beneath a dramatic sky filled with dark, heavy storm clouds, with a single tree nearby and soft light breaking through in the distance.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 30

Autism Central offer free online coaching sessions to help you support an Autistic person in your life. The sessions are 1:1 & delivered by trained peer guides with lived & family experience. Commissioned by the NHS as part of the Autism Central programme. www.autismcentral.nhs.uk

Promotional banner for Autism Central, England’s Peer Education Programme, with NHS branding. A large quote in white text on a purple-to-pink gradient background reads: “I felt heard and respected, I came away with ideas to help my son, and the feeling that I am not alone in my journey.” On the right is a circular photo of two adults and a child wearing winter hats, smiling together. Along the bottom, the banner says “Delivered by Anna Freud” and includes the website www.autismcentral.nhs.uk
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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 27

There’s no single way to tell your child they are Autistic. Explore some suggestions in the neuro-affirming guide I co-authored with @gr0ve.bsky.social and their Autistic young people www.gr0ve.org/blog-telling...

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 27

Please support research about PANS/PANDAS. Share, across your networks, it is important to get neuro-affirming and neurodivergent parents & practitioners involved with this too. PARENT Link: chapmanu.co1.qualtrics.com/.../SV_6W4T1... CLINICIAN Link: chapmanu.co1.qualtrics.com/.../SV_eVUFn...

Promotional flyer on a dark blue and teal background from the Mind Global Council seeking research participants for a “PANS/PANDAS Psychotherapy Research Study.” Large text reads “Research Participants Needed.” It invites clinicians and parents/caregivers with experience treating or supporting children with PANS/PANDAS to share their insights. Bullet points mention sharing psychotherapy experiences, advancing treatment understanding, and improving outcomes for children. Two QR codes are shown: one labeled “Parent/Caregiver Survey Link” and the other “Clinician Survey Link.” Additional text states that participation will help improve treatment approaches, the IRB-approved study number is IRB-26-161, responses are anonymous, and the survey takes 20–25 minutes to complete.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 24

50% off Re-Storying Autism Course until Monday 27th April, co-authored with @neurohubcommunity.org Ideal for parents/carers/professionals and anyone supporting Autistic people. Subscribe to get it and stay in the loop on everything I'm creating. autisticrealms.kit.com

Promotional graphic for Re-Storying Autism on-demand video course and workbook. The design features a light grey geometric background with the heading “#1 Amazon Best Seller” and a licensed stamp. Large text reads “RE-STORYING AUTISM ON-DEMAND VIDEO COURSE & WORKBOOK.” Red text announces “50% off Video Course for April” with formats listed as Kindle, Paperback, and PDF. On the right is an image of the book cover showing a colourful infinity symbol and the title Re-Storying Autism, by David Gray-Hammond and Helen Edgar. On the left, a quote endorsed by Kelly Mahler reads: “This is the kind of resource that helps people build environments where Autistic people can live with more felt safety, dignity, and self-trust. Highly recommend.” Five orange stars appear below. At the bottom is a call-to-action button reading “GET YOUR COPY NOW!” and the website www.neurohub.page/restoryingautism
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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 22

50%OFF Re-Storying Autism On-Demand Video Course Co-authored with @neurohubcommunity.org written through lived experience as Autistic people David a qualified mindfulness coach & myself a qualified teacher Ideal for Autistic people, families & professionals neurohubcommunity.org/course/re-st...

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 16

🎨 Calling neurodivergent visual artists! @neurohubcomjournal.bsky.social founded by @neurohubcommunity.org is open for submissions for our May 2026 edition. A space built by and for neurodivergent people — your art belongs here.All welcome! ⏰ Deadline: 30th April 2026 👉 forms.gle/P43gHF42fbTS28vw5

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 15

I am delighted to have been nominated for the 3rd year running for the National Diversity Awards Many thanks for all your support - much appreciated! Check out the other nominees and vote here: www.nationaldiversityawards.co.uk/awards-2026/...

Banner announcing the National Diversity Awards 2026 with a colorful abstract background. Text reads: “Congratulations Helen Edgar. You have been nominated for the 2026 Positive Role Model Award for Disability.” Logos for HSBC UK (headline sponsor) and other sponsors appear along the bottom.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 14

Very excited this Flow Wellbeing Map by Daniella Wain, Stephanie Petty, @brettheasman.bsky.social #Monotropism #AutisticFlow #FlowTheory #Wellbeing Find out more! yorksj.figshare.com/articles/fig...

Illustrated landscape-style infographic titled “Psychological Flow and Wellbeing Map.” A winding river flows through a stylised natural environment of trees, hills, and small scenes of people engaging in different activities. Along the river, people swim, dive, relax on a beach, read, and walk, representing different experiences of flow.

Text embedded throughout the image explains aspects of flow: it does not always happen and requires optimal conditions; it can feel exhilarating but may lead to exhaustion; obstacles such as limited time, energy, interruptions, and distractions can disrupt it; and it can feel peaceful, restorative, and immersive, sometimes shared with others. Other sections note that flow can become dark or overwhelming, difficult to exit, or lead to disconnection from others.

In the lower section, people relax on a beach and are prompted with reflective questions: “Do you feel calm?”, “Do you feel connected?”, “Do you feel exhausted?”, and “Do you feel lonely?” Additional text highlights the importance of planning, preparing the environment, and setting clear goals to sustain flow.

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 12

Kerry Murphy from @diversepathways.bsky.social is doing fabulous neuro-affiriming work exploring Autistic play patterns, monotropism and flow states for Early Years (not just saying that because she has quoted me either!) Check out these fabulous resources and training! diversepathways.org

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 12

Neurodiversity: A Very Short Introduction by @drrobertchapman.bsky.social and @suereviews.bsky.social global.oup.com/academic/pro... This is SO good! Love that it talks about the normalcy paradigm and neurodiversity-lite!

Front Cover of me holding the book: Neurodiversity
A Very Short Introduction
Robert Chapman and Sue Fletcher-Watson
Oxford Uni Press

Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)@autisticrealms· Apr 10

Resharing this to help dispel myths and confusion. "both the concept of neurological diversity or neurodiversity, and the body of theory surrounding it, should be understood as having been collectively developed by neurodivergent people." pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38470140/