Prof Shibley
@drshibley.bsky.social
hon vis prof Uni Liv in law and social justice; hon res fellow UCL
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Successful ageing is an oxymoron. Death awaits us all. The most we can expect is to be comfortable and hopefully surrounded by care and compassion.
November 27, 2025 at 6:37 AM
Successful ageing is an oxymoron. Death awaits us all. The most we can expect is to be comfortable and hopefully surrounded by care and compassion.
In 2026, I'd like to do an academic book on "Unsuccessful ageing" focused on a critique of the successful ageing narrative of dementia.
November 27, 2025 at 5:56 AM
In 2026, I'd like to do an academic book on "Unsuccessful ageing" focused on a critique of the successful ageing narrative of dementia.
Today, I'm relieved that I'm not head of IT at the OBR.
November 27, 2025 at 5:19 AM
Today, I'm relieved that I'm not head of IT at the OBR.
Blogpost: The political appeal of the prostate for some dementia circles www.linkedin.com/pulse/politi... via @LinkedIn
The political appeal of the prostate for some dementia circles
When Lord David Cameron championed early diagnosis and treatment for prostate cancer, it was hailed as a triumph of the medical model: screen earlier, diagnose faster, treat sooner, save more lives. I...
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November 27, 2025 at 5:06 AM
Blogpost: The political appeal of the prostate for some dementia circles www.linkedin.com/pulse/politi... via @LinkedIn
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Why is the BBC not a corporation but a cooperative? That would make much more sense.
November 24, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Why is the BBC not a corporation but a cooperative? That would make much more sense.
Everyone has a story you may know nothing about.
November 23, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Everyone has a story you may know nothing about.
Overhearing a conversation at the weekend between some American investors made me think deeply about how I would design a coffee shop here in Primrose Hill. I am simply ‘flying kites’ in this discussion, as I genuinely adore my local coffee shops.
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If I were to design a coffee shop in Primrose Hill, I wouldn't necessarily start from here?
Or in 2026 - should I start my own business and put my money where my mouth is?
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November 17, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Overhearing a conversation at the weekend between some American investors made me think deeply about how I would design a coffee shop here in Primrose Hill. I am simply ‘flying kites’ in this discussion, as I genuinely adore my local coffee shops.
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Interesting to hear James Bethell on the radio this morning using flattening the hierarchy as a main reason to rubbish the doctors’ claim for a paid job, better pay and better basic employment conditions.
November 15, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Interesting to hear James Bethell on the radio this morning using flattening the hierarchy as a main reason to rubbish the doctors’ claim for a paid job, better pay and better basic employment conditions.
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Yes, true 👇🏻
I get asked to see 'anxious patients' on the wards. When you listen, it usually makes complete sense that the person is anxious. For patients it's a relief to make sense of whats going on, & for us carers it's important we see how the CONTEXT drives anxiety- it's not an intrinsic part of the person.
November 14, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Yes, true 👇🏻
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Reform UK’s energy plans crumble under scrutiny
Reform UK rails against net zero, but the evidence shows green jobs and growth are already powering the UK economy
@brianmchugh.bsky.social @yorkshirebylines.co.uk
Reform UK rails against net zero, but the evidence shows green jobs and growth are already powering the UK economy
@brianmchugh.bsky.social @yorkshirebylines.co.uk
Reform UK’s energy plans crumble under scrutiny
Reform UK rails against net zero, but the evidence shows green jobs and growth are already powering the UK economy
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
November 14, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Reform UK’s energy plans crumble under scrutiny
Reform UK rails against net zero, but the evidence shows green jobs and growth are already powering the UK economy
@brianmchugh.bsky.social @yorkshirebylines.co.uk
Reform UK rails against net zero, but the evidence shows green jobs and growth are already powering the UK economy
@brianmchugh.bsky.social @yorkshirebylines.co.uk
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sociology of ageing unpaid family caring dementia frailty hon visiting prof, University of Liverpool hon research fellow, UCL
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November 14, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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I am an academic and a clinician.
Writing about my lived experience as a son for my mum with dementia was very different to organising and producing academic outputs.
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Writing about my lived experience as a son for my mum with dementia was very different to organising and producing academic outputs.
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When academia was simply not enough: what writing about my mother's dementia taught me
Writing account of my mum's dementia, "Invisibility", over two years forced me to think through issues about what dementia can mean in real life for a son.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:11 AM
I am an academic and a clinician.
Writing about my lived experience as a son for my mum with dementia was very different to organising and producing academic outputs.
Blogpost: open.substack.com/pub/shibley/...
Writing about my lived experience as a son for my mum with dementia was very different to organising and producing academic outputs.
Blogpost: open.substack.com/pub/shibley/...
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Delighted to share details of @nihr.bsky.social James Lind Alliance research priority setting survey for delirium. For completion by UK health/social professionals and those with personal experience of delirium.
Complete the survey and have your say. More details 👇
www.qmul.ac.uk/wiph/centres...
Complete the survey and have your say. More details 👇
www.qmul.ac.uk/wiph/centres...
A Delirium (UK) James Lind Alliance Priority Setting Partnership - Wolfson Institute of Population Health
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November 11, 2025 at 11:41 PM
I found this magical: how someone intensely talented describes the creative experience.
#BillieEilish
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#BillieEilish
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Billie Eilish - BIRDS OF A FEATHER (Story of My Song)
YouTube video by Billie Eilish
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November 11, 2025 at 9:28 PM
I found this magical: how someone intensely talented describes the creative experience.
#BillieEilish
www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bkj...
#BillieEilish
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We need to talk about "post-human" dementia care?
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We need to talk about "post-human" dementia care?
The roots in the ethics of telling the truth in dementia care are to be found elsewhere.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:21 AM
We need to talk about "post-human" dementia care?
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We need to talk about "post-human" dementia care?
The roots in the ethics of telling the truth in dementia care are to be found elsewhere.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:28 AM
We need to talk about "post-human" dementia care?
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It's a thought - have a lovely rest of weekend x
November 9, 2025 at 11:06 AM
It's a thought - have a lovely rest of weekend x
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At the Tesla dealership in Tottenham
Even his fellow 11 and 12-digits-of-wealth peers donate much more to health and social causes than he does...
Even his fellow 11 and 12-digits-of-wealth peers donate much more to health and social causes than he does...
November 9, 2025 at 8:47 PM
At the Tesla dealership in Tottenham
Even his fellow 11 and 12-digits-of-wealth peers donate much more to health and social causes than he does...
Even his fellow 11 and 12-digits-of-wealth peers donate much more to health and social causes than he does...
An interesting report on the various mishaps occurring in the MRCP(UK) examination in diets past. www.thefederation.uk/sites/defaul...
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November 9, 2025 at 8:47 PM
An interesting report on the various mishaps occurring in the MRCP(UK) examination in diets past. www.thefederation.uk/sites/defaul...
Do something like Chris Packham. Call it The Really wildly socialist show. @matthew-wright.bsky.social Great show as ever. X
November 9, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Do something like Chris Packham. Call it The Really wildly socialist show. @matthew-wright.bsky.social Great show as ever. X
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Love Sam. We're some amazing talent in the UK.
November 8, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Love Sam. We're some amazing talent in the UK.
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This is beautifully written and thought provoking. I often wish I had stuffed animals for my patients to hold in the ICU.
November 8, 2025 at 5:10 AM
This is beautifully written and thought provoking. I often wish I had stuffed animals for my patients to hold in the ICU.
Blogpost: A poetics of ageing: intersection between literature, phenomenology, and care, shibley.substack.com/p/a-poetics-...
A poetics of ageing: intersection between literature, phenomenology, and care
Discussion about the 'meaning of care' in wider English society, influenced by art and literature, and history, is needed to understand people affected by dementia.
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November 8, 2025 at 4:47 AM
Blogpost: A poetics of ageing: intersection between literature, phenomenology, and care, shibley.substack.com/p/a-poetics-...
The perfect #CelebrityTraitors final. All the pieces fell into place.
November 6, 2025 at 9:58 PM
The perfect #CelebrityTraitors final. All the pieces fell into place.