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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 1h

Why ABA Can Never Be Trauma-Informed: "Suppressing outward signs of distress does not equal safety. In fact, it deepens trauma. Children learn that their bodies’ survival signals are wrong and must be ignored in order to receive approval." @endseclusion.bsky.social:

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Why ABA Can Never Be Trauma-Informed: Not now. Not ever.

Lately, I've seen more and more programs advertising something they call "trauma-informed ABA." On the surface, it sounds hopeful. After all, who wouldn't want therapies to be gentler, safer, and more...

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Jacqueline Antonovich @jackiantonovich.bsky.social · 5h

I'm always very open about the fact that I received SNAP benefits and Medicaid for a bit after I fled my abusive husband with my little kid in tow. I used it to help me start over in a new state and go back to school to get my BA. I now have a PhD.
SNAP benefits saved my life.

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Prisonculture @prisonculture.bsky.social · 4h

You're also not a sucker for believing in people. I get the sense that this needs to be stated from time to time.

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Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 1h

Can’t y’all just like…not? With the fat shaming? You’re not hurting Trump, you’re hurting avg fat ppl like me. There’s enough stigma against bodies like mine. And there’s plenty to criticize him for WITHOUT mentioning his body! Pls stop! FFS!

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Nome @nome.bsky.social · 2h

All of the wrong people have social anxiety and/or impostor syndrome.

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NowThis Impact @nowthisimpact.bsky.social · 1h

Why don't YOU swear her in then?

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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 21h

Before you tell a disabled person it’s their family’s responsibility to care for them… remember that not everyone has family.

What’s more, disabled people are far more likely to be trapped in abusive relationships.

Better social supports would help them break free.

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Angry @angrystaffer.bsky.social · 3h

The White House is asking people not to share pictures of the East Wing because it’s even worse today.

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Erin Biba @erinbiba.bsky.social · 3d

YOU DO NOT GOTTA HAND IT TO MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE

STOP WITH THIS SHIT

SHE OPENLY HATES JEWS

SHE HAS ULTERIOR MOTVES

YOU DO NOT ACTUALLY AGREE WITH HER

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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 2d

If you were at the No Kings events, please wear a mask for the next few days.

Covid is not over.

You can infect others before you feel symptomatic.

People are losing their healthcare. They’re losing their food assistance. They’re losing housing.

We need to protect each other.

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Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

And no I’m not listening to any fat person defending this! Work on your internalized bs!

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Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

Wild how ppl will fight for justice, equality but the moment they need an insult, they default to “fat/ugly.” Newsflash: anti fatness isn’t radical. Trump’s body isn’t the problem — his actions are. FAT PPL AREN’T YOUR COLLATERAL FOR YOUR CLEVER SIGNS.

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Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

But it’s time more ppl got with the reality of the situation. Sorry not sorry, but I’m ripping off the band aid. Or what is it, you trolls love to say(until it applies to you ofc)? FACTS DO NOT CARE ABOUT YOUR FEELINGS. STOP SHAMING FAT/DISABLED PPL, LIFE HAPPENS. YOU CANNOT PREVENT IT.

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Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

Why do we do this? Because it’s comforting. If fitness and thinness are “just a choice,” then ppl feel in control of their own aging, their bodies, their worth. Admitting that bodies change unpredictably, that some people get fat, sick, or disabled no matter what they do, threatens this illusion.

Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

You love to make it about “personal choice”, and aside from the fact that that’s irrelevant because it’s not like health is a sign of morality, but it’s far more complicated than that. But ofc we continue to blame ourselves/others.

Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

The thing is, you’re all referencing anomalies. More body stories are like mine: “fit/sporty” kids who hit their late teens/early twenties and experience weight gain(even if they don’t get fat), pain, fatigue, disability. Due to a number of factors.

Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

tried tap dancing, ballet(mom’s choice not mine, for the record), and I took many swimming lessons. I actually regret not joining the swim team. I’m still pretty damn good whenever I can get in the water, granted a lot more exhausted.

Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

Asking as a disabled fat person, who almost immediately became fat and more disabled after I turned 19. I grew up up playing all kinds of sports, volleyball, basketball, street hockey, field hockey, I tried to learn how to ice skate, I

Alice Lastname @erawebster.bsky.social · 2d

Just of sheer curiosity,

I’d like to know where all these thin/fit/just anti fat etc in general type ppl get this idea that anyone can be thin, healthy, and strong all the way into their 80s if they try hard enough. Do they actually believe that applies to most people? Bc bodies change. A LOT.

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Roxane Gay @roxanegay.bsky.social · 3d

Why does the government need private jets is maybe a question we should be asking.

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Dr. Zachary Rubin @rubinallergy.bsky.social · 4d

Friendly reminder: if you ever feel imposter syndrome creeping in, just watch a few clips of RFK Jr. explaining “science.”

Confidence is not the same as competence, and somehow, that’s both terrifying and reassuring.

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Cindy @glambert3599.bsky.social · 4d

Here is a block list for them bsky.app/profile/best...

Kate Sometimes @bestsloth.bsky.social · 4d

Blockety block block BLOCK!!!

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Teorema @teorema.bsky.social · 4d

Here’s a great reason to insta-block, directly from them!

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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 4d

US Government accounts have arrived on Bluesky.

Block on sight.

Protect your digital space.

Be aware that the DHS account in particular is known to quote dunk on regular people to encourage their followers to harass them.

The detach quote function will come in very handy here…

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Chronic Illness Humor @chronicillness.bsky.social · 4d

New Version Of 'Operation' Just Has Players Use Essential Oils Instead Of Performing A Medical Procedure

[pic of pouring essential oils in operation game's holes]

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