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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar)
@autisticrealms.bsky.social
💜 ♾️ AuDHD | Monotropic | Neuro-affirming Autism advocate & consultant.
Interests: monotropism, flow, burnout & neuroqueer theory.
Writer • Trainer • Resource Creator | Former SEND EY/Primary teacher ♾️ 💜
https://www.autisticrealms.com/
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I'm Helen Edgar (AuDHD), Educational Consultant & Founder of Autistic Realms.
Interests: Neuro-Affirmative Practice, Monotropism, Burnout, Disability Rights & Neuroqueer Theory.
Supporting Autistic & otherwise neurodivergent people to thrive. Lots of free resources!
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ADHD and Monotropism – Monotropism

Fergus Murray with Sonny Hallett (2023) Monotropism was formulated as a theory of autism. It tries to explain the experiences and symptoms of autistic people in terms of a tendency to use resources such as focusing on very few things at a time, with little left…
ADHD and Monotropism – Monotropism
Fergus Murray with Sonny Hallett (2023) Monotropism was formulated as a theory of autism. It tries to explain the experiences and symptoms of autistic people in terms of a tendency to use resources such as focusing on very few things at a time, with little left for everything else. It is through this lens that we can understand the differences in autistic social, sensory, and executive functioning, as explained in monotropism. As time has gone on, it has become clear that many people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) also identify strongly with many aspects of monotropism.
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November 22, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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A book-length comic about Autism Myths and Legends, by Swiss artist/writer Vera Von de Greent, is available for preorder (publication date 2026-02-03). It looks good!

I'm quoted in this, talking about Aspie supremacy, and my mum is quoted talking about monotropism.
www.iconbooks.com/ib-title/aut...
Autism Myths and Legends – Icon Books
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November 22, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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For anyone interested in ADHD and especially its relation with autism, there has been a sustained discussion of ADHD & monotropism over on Hacker News today...

news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4601...
ADHD and monotropism (2023) | Hacker News
news.ycombinator.com
November 22, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Embracing Monotropism and Supporting Young People To Help Prevent Autistic Burnout

Paper back on Amazon.
Download available on my website.

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Embracing Monotropism and Supporting Young People To Help Prevent Autistic Burnout
Buy Embracing Monotropism and Supporting Young People To Help Prevent Autistic Burnout by (9798864744482) from Amazon UK’s Books Shop. Free delivery on eligible orders.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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Autistic special interests are disabling
YouTube video by Morgan Foley
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November 20, 2025 at 5:18 AM
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Looking forward to joining @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social with @tanyaadkin.bsky.social next week.
Q&A about all things Autistic/ Monotropism/ Parenting related!
Join us on Autistic Parents UK Facebook Page :)
💻Live Q&A - Monotropism and Autistic Parenting

Helen Edgar will be joining Tanya Adkin live on our public Facebook page for a Q&A session on the topic of Monotropism and Autistic Parenting.

🗓️Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.

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November 20, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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💻Live Q&A - Monotropism and Autistic Parenting

Helen Edgar will be joining Tanya Adkin live on our public Facebook page for a Q&A session on the topic of Monotropism and Autistic Parenting.

🗓️Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.

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November 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Looking forward to joining @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social with @tanyaadkin.bsky.social next week.
Q&A about all things Autistic/ Monotropism/ Parenting related!
Join us on Autistic Parents UK Facebook Page :)
💻Live Q&A - Monotropism and Autistic Parenting

Helen Edgar will be joining Tanya Adkin live on our public Facebook page for a Q&A session on the topic of Monotropism and Autistic Parenting.

🗓️Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.

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November 20, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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This #DisabilityHistoryMonth our research summary blogs have revisited a piece of autism research history that continues to shape our thinking about research today. The enduring legacy of ‘A Future Made Together’:
Revisiting the past, looking towards the future
Back in 2013 A Future Made Together (Pellicano et al.) was collectively authored at a moment when autistic people were increasingly questioning who held the power in autism research. It showed what…
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November 20, 2025 at 8:08 AM
New Community NeuroHub Space with David Gray-Hammond

Autistic RealmsHelen Edgar Autistic Advocate, Author & ConsultantNeurodiversity-Affirming Supporting Autistic People To Grow & Thrive Welcome to Autistic Realms Newsletter! Exciting news! David Gray-Hammond (Emergent Divergence) has a new…
New Community NeuroHub Space with David Gray-Hammond
Autistic RealmsHelen Edgar Autistic Advocate, Author & ConsultantNeurodiversity-Affirming Supporting Autistic People To Grow & Thrive Welcome to Autistic Realms Newsletter! Exciting news! David Gray-Hammond (Emergent Divergence) has a new community: NeuroHub! I’m really delighted to be collaborating with David and to be part of this new community space as an affiliate.Why NeuroHub?Because the neurodiversity paradigm is evolving, and so are we.Because too many conversations are shaped by...
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November 19, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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Exciting news!

I’m really delighted to be collaborating with @emergentdivergence.com and to be part of this new community space as an affiliate.

Access to exclusive videos, talks, and recordings and more!

Hope to see some of you there!

dghndconsultancy.co.uk/neurohub/
NeuroHub - DGH Neurodivergent Consultancy
A Collaborative Community for Exploring Neurodiversity NeuroHub is my new membership community, built for people who want more than surface-level conversations about neurodiversity. It’s a space for t...
dghndconsultancy.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Exciting news!

I’m really delighted to be collaborating with @emergentdivergence.com and to be part of this new community space as an affiliate.

Access to exclusive videos, talks, and recordings and more!

Hope to see some of you there!

dghndconsultancy.co.uk/neurohub/
NeuroHub - DGH Neurodivergent Consultancy
A Collaborative Community for Exploring Neurodiversity NeuroHub is my new membership community, built for people who want more than surface-level conversations about neurodiversity. It’s a space for t...
dghndconsultancy.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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"Parenting a neurodivergent child while carrying my own trauma means living in constant tension between tenderness and fear, love, and self-protection." Liz Koch, at TPGA:

thinkingautismguide.com/2025/11/unta... #autism #trauma #parenting
November 17, 2025 at 1:29 AM
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📢Research opportunity for #autistic adults! We are running an online focus group about autistic adults experiences of #mindfulness, and opinions on the suitability of mindfulness outcome questionnaires. We have a few spots left, please get in touch if interested 🙏
November 19, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Important work by @emergentdivergence.com

The Autism & ADHD Assessment Survey for England 2025

Data: 557 Autistic & ADHD adults across England

Across every measure, access to assessment remains inconsistent, delayed & emotionally damaging.

Please share

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Autism & ADHD Diagnosis - DGH Neurodivergent Consultancy
Data on NHS and Right To Choose services access for autism and ADHD diagnosis.
dghndconsultancy.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Important work by @emergentdivergence.com

The Autism & ADHD Assessment Survey for England 2025

Data: 557 Autistic & ADHD adults across England

Across every measure, access to assessment remains inconsistent, delayed & emotionally damaging.

Please share

dghndconsultancy.co.uk/autism-adhd-...
Autism & ADHD Diagnosis - DGH Neurodivergent Consultancy
Data on NHS and Right To Choose services access for autism and ADHD diagnosis.
dghndconsultancy.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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November 17, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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We're a global, neurodivergent-led community of practice. We support Autistic & other neurodivergent people & professionals in offering affirming, ethical & effective care. We centre human dignity & the right to thrive in everything we do.

Directory:
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Services for Autistic Adults
We're a global team of ND psychologists & coaches providing support services to the autistic community. We work with newly diagnosed & self-identified autistic adults
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November 17, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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Research Reshare!
Toward Neurodiversity-affirming Language for ADHD.
"Neurodiversity-informed language may reduce stigma, support epistemic justice & create a more meaningful understanding of ADHD."
From:
@ejfriedel.bsky.social & team
doi.org/10.31234/osf...
November 19, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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Research Reshare!
Toward Neurodiversity-affirming Language for ADHD.
"Neurodiversity-informed language may reduce stigma, support epistemic justice & create a more meaningful understanding of ADHD."
From:
@ejfriedel.bsky.social & team
doi.org/10.31234/osf...
November 19, 2025 at 8:54 AM