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📢 Abstracts Submission Date Extended to 10 January The second Irish Neurodiversity Research Conference will bring together researchers from across higher education institutions (HEIs) of Ireland and academics interested in neurodiversity research. This one-day conference, hosted by the Autism and REACH Research Groups at SETU aims to prioritise collaborative interdisciplinary and knowledge exchange of neurodivergent research in Ireland. #SETU Read more below: https://lnkd.in/d2RGs32w

RELATE is one of the foundations of our model for working with children and young people. The ability to form meaningful relationships is fundamental to mental health and happiness. The quality of contact we have with other people is a hugely important factor in our quality of life so we'll be looking at a few ideas over the next few days to support how we connect with Children and young people... #TraumaInformed #RELATE #TISUK #MentalHealth

SpIRE invites applications by Jan 31 for two fees scholarships for the unique MA in Applied Spirituality in 2025-2026 (estimated value of €6,500 each). The MA is a programme of South East Technological University and is hosted and supported by SpIRE in Dublin. See testimonies at foot of Home page on spiritualityinstitute.ie To apply, and for more info about the MA, contact Michael at spiremos@gmail.com

"She couldn't handle being around food. She couldn't handle sitting at the dinner table with us." 9-year-old Hannah's powerful story illustrates how ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) impacts daily life and development. Far beyond picky eating, ARFID is a complex eating disorder requiring specialized understanding and treatment. The Emily Program's Executive Director Taylor Rae Homesley spoke with Fox News Media to share essential insights about ARFID's three distinct presentations: • Physical response concerns • Lack of appetite or interest in food • Sensory-based food avoidance Read more about ARFID and Hannah's journey: https://ow.ly/KXmv50UpyAS For those struggling, know that comprehensive ARFID treatment is available at The Emily Program. Call us at 1-888-364-5977 or visit us online: https://ow.ly/6w3I50UpyC5 #EatingDisorderAwareness #ARFID #MentalHealth

We are delighted to announce the lauch of the Learning by Enquiry Dietaro programme at Lighthouse Psychology starting in April 2025. The original Dietaro programme was originally initiated by Professor Petruska Clarkson founder of The Metanoia Institute and Physis London. The group is aimed for academics, researchers and practitioners in psychology, philosopy, theology and the wider humanities. A chance to share all things practice and research and meet PSI and BPS supervision requirements. For more info and applications info@lighthousepsychology.ie #research #pratitionerpsychologist #qualitativeresearch #supervision

💡 This year, I celebrated the thesis defense of a close friend, but the joy was bittersweet as the final years of his PhD were overshadowed by bullying from his PhD advisor. He could only complete his PhD by having his advisor removed from the examination committee, a process that required involving a senior faculty member due to the university's delays and inaction. This experience also reminded me of some difficult times in my own academic journey & raises a crucial question: 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀? 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗗𝗼 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵? ▶️ 𝗛𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: Rigid power dynamics often embolden senior individuals to bully without fear of repercussions. ▶️ 𝗟𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Insufficient reporting mechanisms allow abusive behaviors to persist with min. consequences. ▶️ 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀: Aggressive competitiveness can normalize bullying, making it overlooked or accepted. ▶️ 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Victims often hesitate to report due to potential neg. impacts on their careers. ▶️ 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Many don't recognize certain behaviors as bullying, perpetuating the cycle of abuse. ▶️ 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀: A lack of effective support leaves victims feeling isolated & powerless. ▶️ 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺: Some bullies may be shielded by their status or connections, making it hard for victims to challenge them. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴? ▶️ 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀: Implement robust anti-bullying policies with clear reporting procedures. ▶️ 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Conduct training to help recognize & address bullying. ▶️ 𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲: Create safe spaces for sharing experiences without fear of retaliation. ▶️ 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀: Encourage intervention from colleagues when bullying occurs. ▶️ 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀: Develop counseling services and peer support groups for victims.  ▶️ 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲: Take reports seriously and ensure appropriate actions are taken against bullies. Academic bullying is a serious issue that demands collective action. It is vital to dismantle the structures that enable bullying, ensuring all members of the academic community can pursue their goals free from mistreatment. By promoting transparency, accountability, & support—especially at the institutional level—we can cultivate an academic env. where everyone thrives without fear of bullying. Have you experienced academic bullying? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!

As an Autistic Person, every social interaction has a 3-5 day processing time... #Autistic #Autism #Neurodivergent #Disability #ActuallyAutistic #DEI

🌟 ARFID: It's More Than Picky Eating 🌟 Did you know that ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) is a serious eating disorder that affects how people interact with food? Unlike other eating disorders, ARFID isn’t linked to body image or weight concerns. Instead, it often stems from: 💡 Extreme sensory sensitivities (e.g., texture, smell, or taste). 💡 Fear of food due to past choking, vomiting, or allergic reactions. 💡 A lack of interest in eating altogether. For those living with ARFID, everyday tasks like meals can bring immense stress, anxiety, and even physical health consequences like malnutrition, low energy, and delayed growth (in children). 💛 What Can You Do? 1️⃣ Be patient and nonjudgmental. ARFID is not a choice. 2️⃣ Educate yourself about the disorder to better support loved ones. 3️⃣ Encourage those affected to seek professional help (therapists, dietitians, or ARFID specialists). 4️⃣ Spread awareness to help break the stigma around lesser-known eating disorders. Together, we can build a world that is more understanding, supportive, and compassionate. 💙 Share this post to raise awareness about ARFID and show support for those living with it. 💙 #ARFID #ARFIDCircle #EatingDisorderAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #ARFIDSupport #BreakTheStigma

Forget being labelled a Christmas Killjoy. - it's actually pretty normal to feel blue at Xmas #christmasblues #selfcare

Lovely to get some of the ‘dream team’ together for a little Xmas celebration.