Take part in our study on live music experiences! Please complete this ~30min online survey: redcap-2.bath.ac.uk/surveys/?s=A... We would especially like more representation in our sample from: - Neurotypical people - People who are global majority #neurodiversity #music #inclusion

We especially need more neurotypical people to take part so please get involved! We want all experiences represented!

Samantha Friedman@safriedman.bsky.social · 3w ago

We'd love if you'd consider taking part in this study about neurodiversity and exercise! Please see the attached flyer or follow this link: redcap.link/1uyttdbz @kerenmaclennan.bsky.social

Thank you to everyone who has taken part so far! We are still recruiting for this study on Autistic sensory joy and would love for more parents and family carers to take part so we can get a diverse range of perspectives. Please share! @kerenmaclennan.bsky.social redcap.bath.ac.uk/surveys/?s=W...

Led by master's student Macy, with collaboration from @kerenmaclennan.bsky.social and @mmellon.bsky.social. @durhampsych.bsky.social. 1. Autistic adults engage in social touch as frequently as non-autistic adults, with similar satisfaction. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

Autistic adults prefer social touch less but engage just as much: The impact of social context, relationship type, sensory responsivity, and psychological factors - Macy Tsz Wing Li, Manuel Mello, Ker...

Autistic people face touch-related challenges, yet the factors influencing these difficulties are not well understood. We developed a novel instrument to captur...

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📢Are you #autistic and living in the UK? Would you like to provide feedback on our short films about autistic adults' experiences of #dance? We are running online focus groups in the new year to discuss the films and other resources. Email me for more info: kelly.birtwell@manchester.ac.uk 💃🕺

Dr Claire Planner@claireplanner.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Both @kerenmaclennan.bsky.social and I are excited to be working together again, this time on the autistic sensory joy study. Please take part!✨ In the study, we want to understand how Autistic people describe and experience sensory joy. More info here: redcap.bath.ac.uk/surveys/?s=W...

This reflexive thematic analysis explores autistic adults' experiences of attending live music 🎶

Dr Keren MacLennan@kerenmaclennan.bsky.social · last yr.

New publication on Autistic adults’ experiences of attending live music! I am really proud of this study! You can read it for free here: doi.org/10.31219/osf...

New publication on Autistic adults’ experiences of attending live music! I am really proud of this study! You can read it for free here: doi.org/10.31219/osf...

🤓 Here you can find the first article of the series, published in Autism: doi.org/10.1177/1362.... 🤓 And here is a collaborative effort together with @hleemasson.bsky.social, @kerenmaclennan.bsky.social, and Macy Li on a very similar project: doi.org/10.31234/osf.... Cheers!

We all still recruiting for this study! Please take part and/or share with your networks!

Dr Keren MacLennan@kerenmaclennan.bsky.social · last yr.

If you are Autistic and aged 16 years+ please take part in our online study! We would like you to tell us about your sensory experiences and your views on a couple of existing sensory measures. The survey will take around 20-60 mins to complete: This is the link to the survey: lnkd.in/d-bps77X

@kerenmaclennan.bsky.social from our centre was quoted in a recently published article by Jessica Furseth for Slate about the rise in use of ear protection. You can read the full article here: slate.com/technology/2... #autism #autistic #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #sensoryprocessing

Are you #autistic and gave evidence in Magistrates or Crown Court (or supported an autistic person who did)? Join CAAR online focus groups in summer 2025 to create resources for autistic court users and professionals. Find out more: tinyurl.com/2hbmr5x5

QuestionPro Survey

QuestionPro Survey

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‼️ Preprint alert ‼️ Led by master's student Macy, with collaboration from @kerenmaclennan.bsky.social and @mmellon.bsky.social. Link: osf.io/preprints/ps... 1. Autistic adults engage in social touch as frequently as non-autistic adults, with similar satisfaction.

Our brand new paper, led by our incredible PhD student Emmie, has just been published: 'Neuro-Normative Epistemic Injustice – Consequences for the UK Education Crisis and School Anxiety'. @bathcaar.bsky.social @psychologybath.bsky.social @uniofbath.bsky.social journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...

Neuro-Normative Epistemic Injustice – Consequences for the UK Education Crisis and School Anxiety - Emmie Fisher, Keren MacLennan, Sinéad Mullally, Jacqui Rodgers, 2025

The UK education system is failing to meet needs, leading to an attendance and school anxiety crisis. However, the system faults those disproportionately and mo...

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Hello! We are the Centre for Applied Autism Research, based in @psychologybath.bsky.social‬ at @uniofbath.bsky.social‬. Follow us to keep up to date about our news, research, and other exciting things we are up to! #autism #autistic #research #university

Continuing our Pride celebrations... Congratulations to Dr Catherine Butler who has been appointed the new University LGBTQ+ Lead. She shared with us how she will be bringing her incredible experiences and research to this role. #pride #LGBTQ #psychology #research

If you are Autistic and aged 16 years+ please take part in our online study! We would like you to tell us about your sensory experiences and your views on a couple of existing sensory measures. The survey will take around 20-60 mins to complete: This is the link to the survey: lnkd.in/d-bps77X

We are still recruiting for this study - please take part and share with your networks 🤗

Dr Keren MacLennan@kerenmaclennan.bsky.social · last yr.

New study! We are looking for anyone (aged 18 years+) who attends live music to share their experiences so we can understand how to make live music more inclusive. Please complete this ~30min online survey: lnkd.in/e-52MrAr #neurodiversity #music #neurodivergent #inclusion #accessibility #EDI

I read the best-selling book on "overdiagnosis". I was not a fan. There are some really important ideas that don't quite stick the landing, but it gets very culture-war very quickly. A first attempt at YouTube by @ftw.bsky.social and I: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDxV...

Is Autism Overdiagnosed? I Read "The Age Of Diagnosis"

YouTube video by Georgia Harper

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Go us!

Department of Psychology, University of Bath@psychologybath.bsky.social · last yr.

We are super pleased that we have ranked 4th in the Complete University Guide 2026 by subject, up one place since last year 🥳 This shows our department's continued dedication to excellence in education, student experience, and research. #psychology #university #belongatbath

Please take part in our study! Neurodivergent, neurotypical - all are welcome!

Dr Keren MacLennan@kerenmaclennan.bsky.social · last yr.

New study! We are looking for anyone (aged 18 years+) who attends live music to share their experiences so we can understand how to make live music more inclusive. Please complete this ~30min online survey: lnkd.in/e-52MrAr #neurodiversity #music #neurodivergent #inclusion #accessibility #EDI

Such a lush day at the Community and Inclusion Celebration Event @uniofbath.bsky.social representing the Centre for Applied Autism Research at @psychologybath.bsky.social We shared our work related to making the University a more inclusive space for Autistic and Neurodivergent students.

Follow our department's new social media accounts for exciting updates!

Department of Psychology, University of Bath@psychologybath.bsky.social · last yr.

We are really excited to launch the Department of Psychology @uniofbath.bsky.social social media channels! Follow us to hear all about our research, staff and student experiences, and our exciting department, faculty and university-wide initiatives and projects. #university #bathUK

Our Neuroinclusion e-training website has had a little makeover! I think it is looking rather slick but would love to know what you all think 😊 If you've loved our training, please share with your networks! www.neuinsight.co.uk

NeuInsight training

Evidence-based neurodiversity e-training

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New study! We are looking for anyone (aged 18 years+) who attends live music to share their experiences so we can understand how to make live music more inclusive. Please complete this ~30min online survey: lnkd.in/e-52MrAr #neurodiversity #music #neurodivergent #inclusion #accessibility #EDI

Two new NIHR funding calls announced today. To test behavioural interventions to treat anxiety disorders in children and young people, and adults with moderate to severe learning disability (including autistic and non-autistic). 2-stage process, stage 1 deadline 30/07. Links in comments.

In the Department of Psychology at University of Bath we are trialling these fantastic Nook Wellness Pods as a restorative space for staff and students. We are striving to make our department more neuro-inclusive by creating different spaces that provide a calming refuge for those who need it 🙌

Looks like I’m off to Seattle in May 🥳 Really looking forward to presenting our study on Autistic adults’ experiences of attending live music!

New video with Meghan Carey talking about the recently published paper on Methods to reduce fraudulent participation and highlight Autistic voices in research. Watch the full video on our YouTube: youtu.be/1sWH-tC1hkw Paper: doi.org/10.1177/1362...

Preprint now available for our study: “It's like all of my senses and my body become more awakened”: Autistic adult’s experiences of attending live music, co-authored with Gemma Herbert and Abbie Smith. Thanks to the Autistic adults who shared their experiences with us 💖 doi.org/10.31219/osf...