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Ann Memmott

@annmemmott.bsky.social
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Autistic disabled researcher, carer & Mum. #AutisticElder Personal page, own views. Like/repost = "I've read it" See also LinkedIn Encouraging moderation, a peaceful & fair society, & better research.

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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
About 30,000 autistic ppl in the UK have Type 2 Diabetes, aren't on insulin, & use wearable monitors (CGMs). These save lives for those who don't spot low-sugar events / can't cope with endless painful finger prick tests each day etc. The NHS has removed funding. Now, have to pay ~ £1500/yr. /
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
www.autismcentral.nhs.uk/events/under... Another fabulous session from our Autism Central team. This one, on understanding neurodiversity plus LGBTQIA+ 14 Oct 26, 4-5pm. Already paid for by the NHS, so free to attend for parents/carers needing to know more. Feel free to share.
autismcentral.nhs.uk
Understanding identity at the intersection of neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ (Supporting LGBTQIA+ Autistic Family Members to Live Healthy, Happy Lives) - 4pm | Autism Central
Explore how neurodivergence and gender/sexual diversity intersect, and why autistic people may experience identity differently or more fluidly.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Perhaps next year they can set up a small room somewhere for the Gender Critical women, and the big hall can be filled with all the other women? Far more sensible than "We don't want to be near Trans women/hear from them, so no-one else should either", which seems to be the current gambit?
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Mark Hamill @markhamillofficial.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Isn't it nice when there's something we can ALL agree on? #ReleaseTheUnredactedEPSTEIN-Files
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Miaganga @miaganga.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
www.autismcentral.nhs.uk/events/eatin... Is eating disorders for autistic trans & gender diverse people something you'd value wisdom on, as a parent/carer? Another excellent free webinar 24 Oct 12-1pm from our lovely Autism Central team. NHS funded. Please share with anyone who may need this.
autismcentral.nhs.uk
Eating disorders in autistic trans and gender diverse populations | Autism Central
In this webinar, we will discuss research on autism, gender diversity and eating disorders, exploring why eating difficulties may arise and how they can present.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/76... might like to sign this important Petition about protecting children's rights to be able to cope at school, instead of being left to fail. Difficult to believe we live in a UK that does such damage to those most in need, now, isn't it.
petition.parliament.uk
Petition: Protect legal right to support for children with SEND
I believe that the Government’s proposed SEND reforms could limit EHCPs, weaken legal rights, replace individual plans with packages, reduce appeals, and remove school choice. In my view, children cou...
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a... Nothing to see here. Move along...
independent.co.uk
US military nearly sparked an international crisis after getting AI intel: report
An intelligence report created by a chatbot falsely identified nuclear cargo, prompting airborne operations and board prep before officials caught the error
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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 18/09/2026
Autism acceptance isn't about pretending everything is fine if it isn't. It means understanding why autistic people do things, not blaming them (or your autistic self) when it's hard, or when you have competing needs. Ideally, it also means cherishing joy harder. (So much harder.) #neurodiversity
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Meantime, in the alleged land of the free... Praying for humanity to return soon.
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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 13/09/2026
Your periodic reminder that “diets to treat autism” are BS. Autism is not a disease. Also many autistic kids (& adults) have GI issues, food sensory issues, &/or dietary allergies. Sometimes specific diets help THOSE ISSUES, and when autistic people feel better, they ACT like they feel better. 1/2
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
A precious and much needed book by Chantelle Jessica Lewis and Jason Arday - "We'll see things they'll never see. Love, hope and neurodiversity." Prof. Arday died so recently, after a barrage of hate. Anyone who holds up a light against the evil in this world may wish to buy it.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
www.autismcentral.nhs.uk/events/when-... Free webinar from two top people at the fantastic Autism Central team, 25 Sep, UK lunchtime 12-1. About the impact of school on many autistic children and young people. Strongly recommend. Limited tickets.
autismcentral.nhs.uk
When coping at school comes at a cost at home | Autism Central
Dr Georgia Pavlopoulou and Pete Wharmby discuss the emotional burden that school can place on autistic children and young people, and what families and schools can do to help.
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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 10/09/2026
"Autism is a dynamic thing. Our sensory & routine-based needs vary according to age & how exhausted we are, whether we are in pain, whether we are comfortable with those around us. How are we picking a day on which to award a "level"? @annmemmott.bsky.social: thinkingautismguide.com/2023/11/what...
thinkingautismguide.com
What Do We Mean By Levels of Autism?
When "levels of autism" are imposed on autistics without true comprehension of how autistic coping fluctuates, the effects can be disastrous.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Apparently Mr Cooling, who was busy 'protecting women and children' by <checks notes> beating one with a walking cane at the Reform Party Conference, now says he only did so because he was <rechecks notes> 'in a blind panic'. I see 🤔 Remarkable. Others words are available.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
www.independent.co.uk/tech/anthrop... Potentially paywalled, but the headline gives a clear indication of how bad things are getting. I wish it was some form of exaggeration, but this is mainstream observation & concern at this point. The race to build the biggest, fastest, best?....at whose cost?
independent.co.uk
Anthropic researcher quits over fears AI ‘could kill us all by the end of the decade’
AI firms are ‘gambling with our lives’, says Jacob Coxon, who has worked at both OpenAI and Anthropic
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... Meantime, it appears that Southampton and Portsmouth have refused to let a RNLI lifeboat in, in case there was rioting as a result. That will be the RNLI whose volunteers give their lives to save sailors, every hour of every day and night, eh? Have we lost all reason?
bbc.co.uk
Two ports denied request to land 120 migrants in RNLI boats
The King's Harbour Master and Southampton Port both declined to allow migrants ashore on Sunday.
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♾️Clear Autism♾️ @clearautism.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
...but the Scottish Government has ditched the Learning Disability and Neurodivergence Bill. Why?
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Well well. James Orr does seem quite, er, a character. Russia seems to get a lot of mention here...
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Satire, but brilliantly funny, with arguably plenty of underlying truth to it in terms of the extraordinary thinking of the Prof. Enjoy!
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
ndconnection.co.uk/blog/autism-... Latest neurodivergent research roundup of some of the best and most discussion-worthy findings, from me. Lots to think about in this, as ever. Please feel free to share.
ndconnection.co.uk
Autism, ADHD, Neurodivergence, Diagnosis and Support — What’s New in August — Neurodiverse Connection
In this research roundup, Ann Memmott brings together recent August papers exploring Autism, ADHD and Neurodivergence. The studies examine diagnosis and underdiagnosis, self-identification, quality of...
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
On a day where we learn that Cofnas has been given his role back at the Uni, in some form, after seeming pressure from the US, it may be useful to read the lovely things people have written about Professor Jason Arday. A tonic, in a world funding hate. leilacancode.github.io/everythinggo...
leilacancode.github.io
Everything Good About Jason Arday
First-hand accounts from people who knew him. Collected by his students.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
edition.cnn.com/2026/08/27/h... I recall some very strange past conversations with a few people saying, "But Ann, of course they're not trying to erase all future autistic people by messing with their genetics!" Well, I have news... Oh good grief. Eugenics, here we go again.
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Largest ever ‘map’ of autism may hold clues for new targeted therapies | CNN
Scientists are getting a step closer to understanding exactly how autism develops in the brain – and what might work to treat it.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
www.autismcentral.nhs.uk/news/when-au... New blog from me. It's for parents and carers trying to make sense of the recent headlines & statements about autism & ADHD. What to know. Where to find good & trustworthy information. How to support the person you love. Please share widely. Many thanks.
autismcentral.nhs.uk
When autism and ADHD are questioned in the media | Autism Central
Ann Memmott looks at recent news headlines, social media posts and TV programmes where people have questioned autism or ADHD and what this means for families of autistic people.
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Hillary Rodham Clinton @hillaryclinton.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
It’s Lake Ontario.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
I don't mind being contacted to explain a protocol situation which means I might want to amend a post. It enables me to explain my reasoning, or make the needed change if I can. I do mind if people assume bad intent & 'call it out' to their audience, without checking. Many thanks.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
www.rcpsych.ac.uk/improving-ca... The Royal College of Psychiatrists has apologised for some of their people mishandling cases, & a report setting out a path to improving compassion. Good news, because, oh dear...so many 'personality disorder' labels... Content warnings on the opening page.
rcpsych.ac.uk
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
thedailytism.com/whoops-autis... 🤣 Satire, of course - but brilliant! Whilst good charities and good people exist, some of the Big Names closely resemble this writeup...
thedailytism.com
Whoops! Autism charity inadvertently helps autistic person
An autism charity has come under fire today after accidentally helping an actual autistic person, reports have indicated.  Directors at Autism Shrieks have reportedly spent an emergency meeting trying...
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I really hope this is true, and that the regime in the US stops the rest of the horrific capture of taxpaying, hard working people who were doing all the right things to become full citizens. As for ever targeting the father of a man serving on the USS Lincoln? What on earth were they thinking?
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Oh dear. I see The Times has attempted another extraordinary opinion-piece about the lovely Professor Jason Arday. In it, all manner of easily-disproved claims, and inferences clearly designed to re-portray Jason as nothing but a liar. Taking some of their alleged points one by one..../
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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
A year ago, just 42% of Americans opposed a data center being built in their community. Today, a staggering 75% do. Are data centers really that bad? Let’s take a look.
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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 23/08/2026
Given the recent wave of B.S. claims about autistic people being "over diagnosed," it's important to point out how many autistic people remain not just undiagnosed—but MISdiagnosed. TY to @autsciperson.bsky.social, at TPGA: thinkingautismguide.com/2022/10/adul... #autism #neurodiversity #autistic
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Adult Misdiagnosis: The Default Path to an Autistic Identity
This post is about the hundreds and thousands of autistic people who experience misdiagnosis everyday by psychiatrists & other professionals.
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Good Law Project @goodlawproject.org · 21/08/2026
There’s a rich and rather horrible irony in the fact of a newspaper, suggesting that being dishonest is inherent in Blackness, itself being caught out in dishonesty, says Jo Maugham goodlaw.social/96dx
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The Sunday Times is rewriting history | Good Law Project
There's a rich and rather horrible irony in the fact of a newspaper, suggesting that being dishonest is inherent in Blackness, itself being caught out in dishonesty, says Jo Maugham
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Ketan Joshi @ketanjoshi.co · 22/08/2026
I'm sure this take has been took already but it's worth saying: the obscene, cynical performance of "It's about being against plagiarism" re Arday is absurd when the entire academic superstructure is being reorganised around mandating plagiarism using advanced plagiarism automation software
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
autisticrealms.com/clarion-call... May I recommend this resource base and discussion by Autistic Realms? Standing in solidarity against the huge rise in racism and ableism at present.
autisticrealms.com
Clarion Call: Standing in Solidarity Against Racism and Ableism in the Neurodivergent Community | Autistic Realms
Solidarity Against Racism & Ableism in the Autistic & Neurodivergent Community
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... I see that various top names are having a bit of a disagreement. I also note that Professor Frith is in it, and now seemingly claiming that autistic researchers don't know what they're doing with autistic research, because they're...autistic. Never dull, is it... 👀
bbc.co.uk
A split in the spectrum? The ongoing battle to define autism
There is a continuing row over whether it matters if such a broad spectrum of people are defined as having autism
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-react... Professor Katya Rubia, from King's College London, was deeply concerned to see what this TV show did to her contribution. Changed it to look like she was saying ADHD doesn't exist. It does. Prof Rubia is clear that this is irresponsible & damaging.
sciencemediacentre.org
expert reaction to the TV show ‘The Great ADHD Myth? | Science Media Centre
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Ah, Cofnas has been suspended from his Uni. He's one of the people who gloated over Prof. Jason Arday's situation and had some extremist views about the Black communities. The Uni state/
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Dear Democrat Politicians in the USA. I appreciate that unsolicited advice on a social media platform from a passing person isn't all you are hoping for... But there was one cartoon that sums up why the voters didn't understand. It showed Kamala at a podium, reading from a stack of legal notes, and/
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Merriam-Webster @merriam-webster.com · 19/08/2026
People who don’t know the difference between ‘entomology’ and ‘etymology’ bug us in ways we cannot put into words.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
The lovely, kind, caring Professor Jason Arday, the Black autistic man who will be deeply missed by his two young children, wider family, friends & close contacts: I see so many posts claiming that for example he *Must* have invented the fractured bone and marathon story. I want to talk about this/
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
On Monday 17th August, from 6 to 7pm, various groups including Stand Up to Racism, are holding vigils of prayer/ togetherness, in memory of Professor Jason Arday. You may want to find one that is local to you, or remember him in your own peaceful way, during that hour.
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Because of the scammers I'm seeing who are misusing media links for GoFundMe requests for Prof Arday, I've removed my link. Those wishing to donate should make sure they are always on the actual GoFundMe by Sir Patrick for this, (findable from search engines), and always check the amount donated.
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Thinking Person's Guide to Autism @thinkingautism.com · 16/08/2026
"No-one is a 'cost' and a 'burden'. Every single human being is worth their place in this world. A world that plans for proper thriving for everyone is a world that is better for everyone." Per @annmemmott.bsky.social
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
We need to show rightwing newspapers that actions have consequences. Add your name: goodlawproject.org/s/abb8a1
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Jason Arday: Demand a public inquiry now | Good Law Project
Commission an immediate public inquiry into how to ensure a responsible press given its contribution to Dr Arday’s tragic death.
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Ketan Joshi @ketanjoshi.co · 14/08/2026
This is the coverage of Arday **just in the Telegraph** in the UK. This is only the first four pages of results, just in one outlet.
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Jason Arday found dead
2 hours ago — Mr Arday was found •unresponsive• at an address in Battersea. south London. on Froy
afternoon. He was uter pronounced dead at the scene. A Read rnore
Jason Arday says he was an illiterate, mute child. His .
6 hours ago — Jason Arday says he was an i&erate. mute child. Cambridge's youngest-ever black
professor in 2023. Arday attended from the age of four to 11
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A PhD is no longer a sign of brilliance — take it from Dr Arday
1 day aeo — Juon Arday resigns from the Unwersity of Cambrdge after The Telegraph reports he had
falseb• claimed to have pubåshed a book
We are all Jason Arday now
S days ago — Jason Arday resons from the University of Cambridge after The Telegraph reports he had
falsew cGimed to have published a book Aug 7.2028. Read more
Cambridge professor claimed he was on Seven Up..
2 Aug 2026 — He was not bom until 1985. Prof Arday is at the centre of a row about academk
plagiarism after The Tekgragh that he had been accused
The Jason Arday 'memoir' that now appears to be more .
7 days ago — Instead of tales of triumph over adversity. the now-fomer Cambridge professors
autob"qraphy is a case study in self-rnythobgising,
Arday failed to mention 'months-long coma' in autobiography
8 days ago — Jason Arday toz publishers he was k•ft a three-month coma fohwhg a car gash. but
never wrote about the ordeal his memoirs_
Jason Arday is living proof that you reap what you sow
6 Aug 2028 — The Cambridge professor feed plagiarism alegations and made fantastical clä'ns about
his life. so what did he expect woUz happen? Read rmre
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Arday 'accused student of Miite privilege' after she
4 days ago — Forrner Cambrdge professor alleged* htplied that Roehamptm student was racist after
cornplaint about essay SOOre.
Jason Arday is rnerely a symptom of the Leffs corruption
Aug 2026 — Lab-curs on school standards is on the same toxic assumptions that created his
academic career.
Cambridge hired Arday after 'listening to black stu…
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... Professor Jason Arday has been found dead. I have no words... 🕯️
bbc.co.uk
Jason Arday: Former Cambridge university professor found dead
Jason Arday was found "unresponsive" at an address in Battersea, south London, on Friday afternoon, officials said.
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Count Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
I came first in the Clacton by-election! Of the candidates who bothered to turn up for the results. Here is my victory speech!
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Ann Memmott @annmemmott.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
If only they had a Government war leader who cared about his people, instead of being obsessed with their skin colour, gender and shape, eh? Awful stuff.
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