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Brett Heasman

@brettheasman.bsky.social
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The Psychologist @psychmag.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
A new entry into our top three 'Most read of 2026'… our @researchdigest.bsky.social on a new study from Daniella Wain and colleagues including @brettheasman.bsky.social www.bps.org.uk/research-dig...
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New study highlights the day-to-day importance of autistic flow | BPS
Work by Daniella Wain and colleagues details a non-pathologising view of flow states in autistic individuals, and how they maintain wellbeing
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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Very excited this Flow Wellbeing Map by Daniella Wain, Stephanie Petty, @brettheasman.bsky.social #Monotropism #AutisticFlow #FlowTheory #Wellbeing Find out more! yorksj.figshare.com/articles/fig...
Illustrated landscape-style infographic titled “Psychological Flow and Wellbeing Map.” A winding river flows through a stylised natural environment of trees, hills, and small scenes of people engaging in different activities. Along the river, people swim, dive, relax on a beach, read, and walk, representing different experiences of flow.

Text embedded throughout the image explains aspects of flow: it does not always happen and requires optimal conditions; it can feel exhilarating but may lead to exhaustion; obstacles such as limited time, energy, interruptions, and distractions can disrupt it; and it can feel peaceful, restorative, and immersive, sometimes shared with others. Other sections note that flow can become dark or overwhelming, difficult to exit, or lead to disconnection from others.

In the lower section, people relax on a beach and are prompted with reflective questions: “Do you feel calm?”, “Do you feel connected?”, “Do you feel exhausted?”, and “Do you feel lonely?” Additional text highlights the importance of planning, preparing the environment, and setting clear goals to sustain flow.
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Jennifer Macko @sagewell.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
I love so much in this article: the summary of the importance phenomenological autism research, its gender inclusivity, & the findings that flow state is essential for autistic well being & that environments have the ability to enable these states. #AutRes onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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Transitioning in and out of Autistic Flow: A Qualitative Study Presenting a Non‐Pathologising Approach to Autistic Well‐Being and Conceptualising Autistic Ways of Being in Clinical and Therapeutic Set...
Introduction Autistic flow is a term that has been used to describe the autistic experience of being deeply immersed in an activity. Autistic flow theory proposes that autistic people may be uniquel.....
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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Wain et al (2026) Transitioning in and out of autistic flow: A qualitative study presenting a non-pathologising approach to neurodivergent wellbeing and conceptualising autistic ways of being in clinical and therapeutic settings. kar.kent.ac.uk/112495/ #monotropism #Autisticflow #inertia
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Transitioning in and out of autistic flow: A qualitative study presenting a non-pathologising approach to neurodivergent wellbeing and conceptualising autistic ways of being in clinical and therapeut...
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Brett Heasman @brettheasman.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
A lovely conversation with @naturetable.bsky.social from The Middletown Centre for Autism Podcast where I talk about the Heasman Flow Lab's research www.buzzsprout.com/1184276/epis... Shout out to my amazing team Weronika Robakowska Mya Noddings-Walker Daniella Wain #heasmanflowlab #flow
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Understanding Autistic Flow with Dr Brett Heasman - The Middletown Centre for Autism Podcast
In the latest Middletown Podcast, we chat to Dr Brett Heasman about his research into Autistic Flow. He explains how it can be a helpful model for understanding autistic experience and how beneficial ...
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Brett Heasman @brettheasman.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Fantastic launch of a new participatory project today!🎉🥳 The #HeasmanFlowLab are working with neurodivergent pupils in a school to develop ideas about how to support psychological flow #education #wellbeing #learning #communication
A black and white picture of a journal and pen with the logo of Heasman flow lab and the flow in education project visible
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Brett Heasman @brettheasman.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Towards autistic flow theory: A non-pathologising conceptual approach onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
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Towards autistic flow theory: A non‐pathologising conceptual approach
Flow states are heightened moments of concentration, motivation and enjoyment, leading to total absorption in the present moment. A striking parallel exists between flow states and phenomenological a...
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