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Katie Cebula
@katiecebula.bsky.social
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Developmental psychologist - School of Education & Sport, Uni of Edin. Research = neurodiversity: family & education. Amateur greenhouse potterer.
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 27
Are you:
⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent, adoptive parent, residential carer) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland?
⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm?

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Picture shows a small rubber duck, 3 Tunnocks caramel wafers, 2 Tunnocks Teacakes. There is also a sheet with logos of Research Data Scotland and the University of Edinburgh which reads 'Sibling Cafe: Finding out more; There is also a QR code which links to edin.ac/4cIYdcs
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 14d
Do you work in a UK school which has a sensory room/garden?
Share your experience of using these spaces in this quick online survey, to help shape resources to support the use of sensory spaces.
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Kyleigh Melville @kyleighmelville.bsky.social · Jul 7
📢 Recruiting participants for my PhD study!

🟢 Do you work in a school in the UK?
🟢 Do you work with neurodivergent and/or SEND or ASN students?
🟢 Does your school have a sensory room or therapy garden ?

Chance to win a £50 voucher for your school!

edinburgh.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
A sensory room with light blue walls, fish and bubble stickers, bean bags, a white bag of fidget toys and plushies, a book box and foam panels on the walls and floor.
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · 15d
Important every day, but today feels like a particularly good day for sharing neuro-affirming educational films about autistic experiences.
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Thriving Autistic @thrivingautistic.bsky.social · 16d
We are delighted to share two new neuro-affirming educational animation films about Autistic Experiences.
Find out more, watch the films and read our blogs:
1.Discovering You're Autistic
2.Lightbulb Moments: Being Autistic
www.thrivingautistic.org/autistic-exp...
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Kathy Leadbitter @kathyleadbitter.bsky.social · 23d
👉Are you a post-doc?
👉 Passionate about improving care for people with learning disabilities?
👉Interested in communication?

The ICALD study has 2 jobs: one based in London and one in Manchester. See links👇

Come and work with us!

jobs.ac.uk/job/DOQ464/r...

jobs.ac.uk/job/DOQ213/p...
Research Associate on the ‘ICALD’ study at The University of Manchester
Discover an exciting academic career path as a Research Associate on the ‘ICALD’ study at jobs.ac.uk. Don't miss out on this job opportunity - apply today!
jobs.ac.uk
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Sep 4
Last wee bump for our Sibling Cafe in #Edinburgh on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm. If are a care experienced adult or a supporter of a care experienced child/adult then please come along - we have cuppas and Tunnocks for you!
Sign up at: edin.ac/4cIYdcs
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 27
Are you:
⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent, adoptive parent, residential carer) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland?
⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm?

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Picture shows a small rubber duck, 3 Tunnocks caramel wafers, 2 Tunnocks Teacakes. There is also a sheet with logos of Research Data Scotland and the University of Edinburgh which reads 'Sibling Cafe: Finding out more; There is also a QR code which links to edin.ac/4cIYdcs
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Sep 1
James McEnaney who writes on Education for the Herald sometimes covers neurodiversity topics.

www.heraldscotland.com/author/profi...
The Herald | Award-winning columnists and opinion writers
List of our columnists
www.heraldscotland.com
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 29
Beginning to study Developmental Psychology at school/college/university soon?
Give our Developmental Psychology in Education team a follow to find out about our research!
bsky.app/profile/dpie...
Picture shows the DPIE logo in purple and white. It is a purple box with the letters 'DPiE' in white. Two children sitting on the box - the one on the left on top of the box has long hair and is throwing a ball. The one on the right is sitting on the edge of the box with their leg hanging down. This child is reading a book.
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 29
Involved in research in autism and education? This looks interesting!...
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Dr Becky Wood @thewoodbug.bsky.social · Aug 29
➡️ Interested in autism and education?
➡️ Undertake research that takes a strengths-informed approach?
➡️ Within a neurodiversity paradigm?
🙌 Consider submitting an abstract to a special education of Behavioral Sciences
More information in the link below 👇
www.mdpi.com/journal/beha...
#AutRes
Information about the special issue: I am the guest editor of a special issue for Behavioral Sciences on the topic of Education for Autistic Children and Young People. I warmly invite you to consider submitting an abstract for this special issue, the aim of which is to bring together the most recent ideas and research in the autism and education field. In this special issue, we are particularly interested in strengths-informed approaches to autism and education, situated within a neurodiversity paradigm, underpinned by high quality research. The age range is approximately at 3 – 25 years. Submissions focusing on secondary/high school education and alternative settings are particularly welcome, as are studies drawn from low and middle income countries. Abstract submission deadline: 30 September 2025 Manuscript deadline: 16 April 2025
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Henry Hepburn @henryhepburn.bsky.social · Aug 27
What does new data reveal about the education outcomes of looked-after pupils and school leavers in Scotland? www.tes.com/magazine/new...
Looked-after pupils in Scotland: what do latest figures show?
While short-term indicators may raise concerns, ministers point to progress made in the education outcomes of looked-after children over a decade and a half
www.tes.com
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 27
Come along to the Sibling Cafe at the University of Edinburgh to talk about how sibling relationships of care experienced people could be better supported. Come for tea, biscuits and chat!
More info & sign up: edin.ac/4cIYdcs

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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 27
Are you:
⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent, adoptive parent, residential carer) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland?
⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm?

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Picture shows a small rubber duck, 3 Tunnocks caramel wafers, 2 Tunnocks Teacakes. There is also a sheet with logos of Research Data Scotland and the University of Edinburgh which reads 'Sibling Cafe: Finding out more; There is also a QR code which links to edin.ac/4cIYdcs
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 22
Some progress...branded uniforms no longer compulsory in Edinburgh schools: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Fergus Murray @fergus.oolong.co.uk · Aug 20
There's space again in my Science Group with Grove, for an Autistic teenager who's into science!

If you know anyone who fits that description, maybe let them know?
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Jess @ GROVE @gr0ve.bsky.social · Apr 20
Science with @fergus.oolong.co.uk and Helen starts tomorrow! 1 space left - not too late for tomorrow or your young person could join the following week. Book here: www.gr0ve.org/online-groups/
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 18
..Join us for Tunnocks and chat!
More info & sign up: edin.ac/4cIYdcs
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 18
Are you:
⭐a care experienced adult (16+yrs) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland?
⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm?
Come to the Sibling Cafe at the Uni of Edinburgh to talk about how sib relationships of care experienced people could be better supported...
ibling Cafes Seeking care experienced adults and supporters to take part. Now open to: Care experienced adults (16+ years) in Scotland Supporters of care experienced children/adults in Scotland (e.g. foster parent, residential carer) We know that brothers and sisters are important to people who are care experienced. We would like to hear about your sibling experiences to improve research and care in the future. Come along to our Sibling Cafe: Information with activities and time to talk An opportunity to discuss what is important to you about sibling relationships and have your say about how the Scottish Government collections information on siblings. Your sibling, or siblings you support are very welcome to sign up too (if they are 16+ years), but you don’t need to bring them to be able to come along. Café date: Friday 5th September – University of Edinburgh Find out more and sign up: https://edin.ac/4cIYdcs
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 8
...Join us for Tunnocks and conversation at the sibling cafe at the University of Edinburgh.

More info & sign up: edin.ac/4cIYdcs

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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 8
Are you:
⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent, residential carer) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland?
⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm?

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Photo shows 3 Yorkshire teabags, 2 Tunnocks caramel wafers and 2 Sibling Cafe information sheets on a table.
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Aug 5
PhD student @kyleighmelville.bsky.social from @morayhouse.bsky.social is conducting research to explore school staff experiences of using sensory rooms and gardens. If you work in a UK school it would be *amazing* if you could help her out.
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Kyleigh Melville @kyleighmelville.bsky.social · Jul 7
📢 Recruiting participants for my PhD study!

🟢 Do you work in a school in the UK?
🟢 Do you work with neurodivergent and/or SEND or ASN students?
🟢 Does your school have a sensory room or therapy garden ?

Chance to win a £50 voucher for your school!

edinburgh.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
A sensory room with light blue walls, fish and bubble stickers, bean bags, a white bag of fidget toys and plushies, a book box and foam panels on the walls and floor.
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Jul 30
Just finished this - it's a lovely wee book -full of the joy of play! The shapes (or types) of autistic play described really got me reflecting on play I've been a part of, and captured it so well. Plus lots of ideas for supporting play.
Thanks @monotropism.bsky.social - think I saw this via you!
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Max Alexander @playradical.bsky.social · Jun 24
"The Joys and Shapes of Autistic Play" has reached at least 500 people through downloads and physical copies now! 🌟 Thank you so much to all who have read and shared it . If you haven't and are interested in autistic play, joy and connection then please check it out! playradical.com/the-joys-and...
The Joys and Shapes of Autistic Play
This publication is available in digital (published below) and physical forms. You can buy a physical copy here; You can also give a donation on this page to help support my work which is always ap…
playradical.com
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Jul 28
Are you:
⭐a care experienced adult (16+years) OR the supporter (e.g. foster parent) of a care experienced child/adult in Scotland?
⭐ free on Fri 5th Sept 2-4pm?
Come to the Sibling Cafe to chat about how sibling relationships could be better supported.
More info & sign up: edin.ac/4cIYdcs
Sibling Cafes Seeking care experienced adults and supporters to take part. Now open to: Care experienced adults (16+ years) in Scotland Supporters of care experienced children/adults in Scotland (e.g. foster parent, residential carer) We know that brothers and sisters are important to people who are care experienced. We would like to hear about your sibling experiences to improve research and care in the future. Come along to our Sibling Cafe: Information with activities and time to talk An opportunity to discuss what is important to you about sibling relationships and have your say about how the Scottish Government collections information on siblings. Your sibling, or siblings you support are very welcome to sign up too (if they are 16+ years), but you don’t need to bring them to be able to come along. Café date: Friday 5th September – University of Edinburgh Find out more and sign up: https://edin.ac/4cIYdcs
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Jul 24
Looking forwards to bringing the Centre to @morayhouse.bsky.social, whilst maintaining our productive collaborations across the The University of Edinburgh.

Time to roll up sleeves and get to work!
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Jul 24
A core aspect of the Centre is our partnership with the amazing charity Mindroom, and I am delighted to be working with their founder Sophie Dow, and with Alan Thornburrow and the rest of the team as we continue to address our shared research priorities.
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Jul 24
...working with our amazing Centre members @suereviews.bsky.social @cjcrompton.bsky.social and @safriedman.bsky.social and associate members across many areas of the @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Jul 24
For many years SMRC has been at the forefront of impactful research with neurodivergent communities and those who support them and I'm grateful for the opportunity to continue this...
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Jul 24
Delighted to be taking on the role of Director of the Salvesen Mindroom Research Centre. I'll be stepping into the inspiring shoes of @suereviews.bsky.social
edin.ac/3UzL8df
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Katie Cebula @katiecebula.bsky.social · Jul 1
Happy first birthday to the Neurodivergent peer Support Toolkit (NEST)! If you are in a mainstream secondary school and interested in setting up a peer support group for neurodivergent young people, see the resources linked in this thread...
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Catherine Crompton @cjcrompton.bsky.social · Jun 13
It’s the Neurodivergent peer Support Toolkit (NEST)’s first birthday!!
 
A year ago, we launched this free, co-designed, research informed tool to support mainstream secondary schools to establish peer support groups for neurodivergent young people.
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