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Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity

@uopcidd.bsky.social

Research into #Development #Education #Empowerment #Movement #Autism #Disability #Neurodiversity #Communication #Engagement and #Identity etc. in the School of Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Portsmouth

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Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · 2mo ago

My @uoppald.bsky.social student @chloeapter.bsky.social is seeking more participants for her study on autistic people's experiences of being assigned a label like "challenging behaviour"/"problem behaviour" etc (like her). W/ enough participants, all going well, we hope to publish. Could you repost?

Chloe Apter (she/her)@chloeapter.bsky.social · 3mo ago

How do autistic adults make sense of being assigned the "challenging behaviour" label? *RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS* I am autistic & I have been assigned the "challenging behaviour" label Supervisor: @drstevenkapp.bsky.social Email Chloe.Apter@myport.ac.uk to express interest/for more information

On a white background with pale pink highlights and black text is the information below. There is also a photo of Chloe, a white woman with long black hair and multiple facial piercings, with a speech bubble coming from it. There is the University of Portsmouth logo and School of Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences logo too: How do autistic adults make sense of being assigned the "challenging behaviour" label? Eligibility: Autistic (formally diagnosed or self-identified) Age 18+ UK-based You have been assigned the "challenging behaviour" label by staff/clinicians/professionals in an education, health, and/or care context Participation* involves one of either: An online interview** An in-person interview in London, UK*** All participants will be offered the interview questions in advance I'm Chloe, a master's student at the University of Portsmouth. I am autistic and I have been assigned the "challenging behaviour" label. This research has been given ethical approval If you are interested in taking part or want more information, please email Chloe.Apter@myport.ac.uk Supervisor: Dr Steven Kapp *Please note, there is unfortunately no financial remuneration for participation due to this research being for a master's degree **Having your camera on or off is acceptable, as is using the chat function or participating via email ***In a mutually agreed public place anywhere within London, UK (e.g. a café or a library)
MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Check out this influential 'double empathy problem' paper in the history of @journalautism.bsky.social, co-authored by our module coordinator and supervisor Professor Beatriz Lopez, a distinguished part of this special collection on Autism's 30th anniversary: journals.sagepub.com/topic/collec...

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Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

In @journalautism.bsky.social's 30th anniversary special collection w/ editor-picked papers, paper by Damian Milton, our own @eminegurbuz.bsky.social, & our Director Beatriz Lopez "The 'double empathy problem': Ten years on" was only paper selected by 2+ editors! journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · 2mo ago

In @journalautism.bsky.social's 30th anniversary special collection w/ editor-picked papers, paper by Damian Milton, our own @eminegurbuz.bsky.social, & our Director Beatriz Lopez "The 'double empathy problem': Ten years on" was only paper selected by 2+ editors! journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

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MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · 3mo ago

One of our students, @chloeapter.bsky.social, is recruiting autistic adults in the UK who have (also) been assigned the “challenging behaviour” label for interviews (emails, text chat, video, or London) on their experiences and how they make sense of the term, for her @uoppald.bsky.social MSc. 🙏

Chloe Apter (she/her)@chloeapter.bsky.social · 3mo ago

How do autistic adults make sense of being assigned the "challenging behaviour" label? *RECRUITING PARTICIPANTS* I am autistic & I have been assigned the "challenging behaviour" label Supervisor: @drstevenkapp.bsky.social Email Chloe.Apter@myport.ac.uk to express interest/for more information

On a white background with pale pink highlights and black text is the information below. There is also a photo of Chloe, a white woman with long black hair and multiple facial piercings, with a speech bubble coming from it. There is the University of Portsmouth logo and School of Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences logo too: How do autistic adults make sense of being assigned the "challenging behaviour" label? Eligibility: Autistic (formally diagnosed or self-identified) Age 18+ UK-based You have been assigned the "challenging behaviour" label by staff/clinicians/professionals in an education, health, and/or care context Participation* involves one of either: An online interview** An in-person interview in London, UK*** All participants will be offered the interview questions in advance I'm Chloe, a master's student at the University of Portsmouth. I am autistic and I have been assigned the "challenging behaviour" label. This research has been given ethical approval If you are interested in taking part or want more information, please email Chloe.Apter@myport.ac.uk Supervisor: Dr Steven Kapp *Please note, there is unfortunately no financial remuneration for participation due to this research being for a master's degree **Having your camera on or off is acceptable, as is using the chat function or participating via email ***In a mutually agreed public place anywhere within London, UK (e.g. a café or a library)
Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · 3mo ago

@uopcidd.bsky.social Director Prof Beatriz López presented meta-analysis w/ ~30k participants: higher variability in autistic ppl for theory of mind & flexibility executive functioning tasks than central coherence or planning EF task. Variability was *not* higher over time #INSAR2026 #neurodiversity

Brian Irvine@brianirvine.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Some variance in ToM measures, but not central cohesion. Variability in EF is even higher! This is independent of age and IQ; and publication age didn’t matter - this isn’t a changing conception of autism. There is a higher variability in autism, and it’s not evenly spread across domains.

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · 4mo ago

On April 30 at 4 pm (UK time) @drstevenkapp.bsky.social will present a free webinar on his research on neurodiversity with implications for support, @uopcidd.bsky.social, and our online MSc course. Sign up to register and receive a recording even if you cannot attend. www.port.ac.uk/news-events-...

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Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Neurodiversity movement: autism is difference *&*disability. 1st Autism Acceptance Day for this paper showing strengths eg enhanced auditory perception can contribute to challenges eg speech divergence. *Holistic classification* needed for assessment, support. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

The Strengths of Speech Divergence in Autistic People: Implications for Assessment and Support

This narrative review analyzes the visual and auditory advantages that autistic people with speech divergence (A-SD) may have compared with autistic people without speech divergence (A-NoSD) or non-a...

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MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Happy Autism Acceptance Day! Our module coordinator, supervisor & tutor @drstevenkapp.bsky.social commented on the UK Government's commissioned interim report on autism, ADHD & mental health (see below), supporting self-identification and raising concerns about further limits on access to diagnoses.

Science Media Centre UK@smclondon.bsky.social · 4mo ago

expert reaction to interim report on rise in conditions such as ADHD and Autism as commissioned by Wes Streeting www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-react...

Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Presenting my research on neurodiversity as a concept, framework & movement w/ implications for diagnosis, identity, support. A webinar ultimately for @uoppald.bsky.social, & like the session itself, that MSc has recorded sessions. MSc is also competitive priced - under $10k Year 1, under $5k year 2

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · 4mo ago

On April 30 at 4 pm (UK time) @drstevenkapp.bsky.social will present a free webinar on his research on neurodiversity with implications for support, @uopcidd.bsky.social, and our online MSc course. Sign up to register and receive a recording even if you cannot attend. www.port.ac.uk/news-events-...

Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Also as part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we at CIDD were honoured to host Celebrating Neurodivergent Staff at UoP and learned more about how to work toward more accessible work environments and experiences at the University of Portsmouth. Thank you to those who shared and participated.

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Happy Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Thank you @drstevenkapp.bsky.social for mentioning our course at Portsmouth's Celebrating Neurodiversity event & UK clinicians via nscience. Re: US Dr Kapp & @autisticadvocacy.org raised concerns about new autism committee: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Happy Neurodiversity Celebration Week! Thank you @drstevenkapp.bsky.social for mentioning our course at Portsmouth's Celebrating Neurodiversity event & UK clinicians via nscience. Re: US Dr Kapp & @autisticadvocacy.org raised concerns about new autism committee: www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

Independent autism committee that challenges RFK Jr’s overhaul draws criticism

Kennedy’s appointees promoted ‘treatments’ like bleach enemas, but new committee has only one autistic member

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Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Proud to teach on the MSc in Psychology and Learning Disability. @uoppald.bsky.social! It’s part-time & online, so students may meet in person for 1st time at graduation as below. It’s not too late to apply for this term, although next week is induction week & teaching week after, so act quickly!

A subset of MSc Psychology and Learning Disability graduates celebrating their degree on the Portsmouth Guildhall steps, with current and past course leaders Jo Nye and Axelle Philippon and Neurodiversity Studies coordinator Steven Kapp joining them in the festivities.
Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · last yr.

In case you missed it, a presentation by our Director Beatriz López. @drstevenkapp.bsky.social, and @eminegurbuz.bsky.social delivered a good practice research showcase on Creating an inclusive research culture for neurodivergent researchers, as part of the Uni's Research Culture Connect-Fest.

University of Portsmouth Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity Director Beatriz López presents on her talk with Steven Kapp and Emine Gurbuz at the UoP Research Culture Connect-Fest, with the slide reading Good Practice Showcase 1: Creating an inclusive research culture for neurodivergent researchers.
Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · last yr.

As Autism Acceptance Month (AAM) comes to a close, with disability benefits internationally under threat, here is a summary of my papers since the last AAM to demonstrate autism acceptance means recognizing and supporting disability, rather than weaponization/co-option ('neurodiversity-lite'). 1/

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

Please consider taking part in this quick online study about how people form first impressions in social interaction, using AI avatars, by our student @valrentinaolivieri.bsky.social. The study also presents an opportunity to give feedback about the AI-generated scenarios. To participate, see below.

Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · last yr.

Please help my student @valrentinaolivieri.bsky.social with her study on first impressions using AI avatars. ✅ 2 short scenarios 📷 Quick questions (~15 mins) 📷18+ with internet and a device To participate: research.sc/participant/... Visit this site or scan the QR code on poster Please reskeet 🙏

CALL FOR RESPONDENTS! For study on Social Interaction and First Impression formation. QUALIFICATIONS: If you are: - Interested in taking part in a scenariobased game featuring AI-generated avatars and an interactive virtual world. - Have access to an internet connection and a device (laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc.) to use to access two scenarios and answer a couple of questionnaires. THEN YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO PARTICIPATE! To participate, simply go here: https://research.sc/participant/login/dynamic/D7CABF64-D335-400D-90FD-368DE41AF496 or scan the OR code!
Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · last yr.

Today our own Alessandra Fasulo co-authored presentation on Improving prosocial behaviour in the primary school classroom through a school-based mindfulness programme, & @drstevenkapp.bsky.social presented on paper below on experience of autistic ppl AFAB, at Childhood & Youth Symposium. See thread:

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

@drstevenkapp.bsky.social presented on behalf of supervisee Bethany Fearon regarding her @uoppald.bsky.social MSc-turned-paper w/ @dramypearson.bsky.social on autistic ppl assigned female at birth's experiences of puberty & adolescence (free copy here): researchportal.port.ac.uk/en/publicati... 1/

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

Have 15 minutes for a study on interactive AI-generated avatars, to inform understanding of first impressions and social interactions? This is for @valrentinaolivieri.bsky.social's MSc, supervised by @drstevenkapp.bsky.social. Link (or use the QR code on poster below): research.sc/participant/...

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Valentina Olivieri@valrentinaolivieri.bsky.social · last yr.

🚨 Participant Call! 🚨 I’m running a 15-min study for my dissertation & need volunteers! 🔹 2 quick AI scenarios 🔹 A few questions 🔹 Remote & voluntary Studying first impressions. Got internet + a device? You're in. Join here 👉 research.sc/.../D7CABF64... Thanks! 🙏 #AI #FirstImpressions #Research

A recruitment poster with a bright yellow background and blue text titled “CALL FOR RESPONDENTS!” It invites participants to a study on social interaction and first impression formation. The qualifications listed are: 1) being interested in a scenario-based game with AI-generated avatars and a virtual world, and 2) having internet access and a device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone). A cartoon person with a magnifying glass is at the bottom right. The poster encourages qualified participants to click a link or scan a QR code to take part.
Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · last yr.

Following public false claims on autism causation and attacks on science, INSAR has released a statement that people are “born with autism” www.autism-insar.org/page/insarst.... Autism as innate and lifelong is the focus my new free paper (long thread incoming): www.frontiersin.org/journals/int...

Frontiers | Sensory–movement underpinnings of lifelong neurodivergence: getting a grip on autism

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MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

@drstevenkapp.bsky.social has timely new paper (w/ 600+ sources) on autism as a lifelong neurodivergence underpinned by sensory+ differences prior to & if applicable even after meeting criteria. It deconstructs "autistic regression” & challenges outgrowing autism: www.frontiersin.org/journals/int...

Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · last yr.

New paper free until June 8 in Research in Autism by @addiebabe.bsky.social & our Director Prof Beatriz Lopez “Mental health in autistic adults: Key stages in the journey from experiencing psychological distress to recovery”. Paper w/ our own @drstevenkapp.bsky.social is also free (see posts below).

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

New papers on autistic ppl's experiences by our graduates from their @uoppald.bsky.social dissertations are temporarily free. See Beth Fearon's on puberty and adolescence (free this month) www.liebertpub.com/doi/pdf/10.1089/aut.2024.0298 & below thread for @addiebabe.bsky.social's on mental health.

Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · last yr.

My @uoppald.bsky.social student Edward is recruiting autistic adults who have been assessed by the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule to share your experiences of & views on ADOS, an interaction- & observation-based diagnostic measure. Participants can be anywhere globally. See more info below.

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

Edward Fisher is recruiting autistic adults who have been assessed by the ADOS for his @uoppald.bsky.social project, to share experiences and views. The ADOS could have been anytime (even as children) and does not need to have resulted in diagnosis. Participation options include video, audio & email

Poster reading Volunteers need with a rainbow infinity (neurodiversity) symbol at the top. Autistic adults needed for research study Autistic adults' experiences and perspectives on the ADOS autism assessment: A qualitative exploration Eligibility - Over 18 - Assessed for autism - with the ADOS - Willing to share your perspective and experience of the assessment What is needed Fill out a short survey Followed by an interview This can take place online via Zoom, Google Meet, or via audio or via email When Weekdays & weekends interview options available [Symbol for location]: Online University of Portsmouth logo For more information Contact Edward Fisher [email symbol] up2148452@myport.ac.uk This project is supervised by Dr Steven Kapp from University of Portsmouth
Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · last yr.

New @autisminadulthood.bsky.social paper - Beth Fearon's @uoppald.bsky.social MSc supervised by our own @drstevenkapp.bsky.social with @dramypearson.bsky.social: "Exploring the social emotional impact of puberty and adolescence on autistic people assigned female at birth". Free for now - see below

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

New @autisminadulthood.bsky.social paper: social and emotional impact of puberty and adolescence on autistic people assigned female at birth. Beth Fearon's @uoppald.bsky.social MSc thesis supervised by @drstevenkapp.bsky.social with @dramypearson.bsky.social. Free: www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/...

Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · last yr.

We are recruiting for a study on the support experiences and needs of autistic university students in the UK, alongside @notts-psych.bsky.social @uniofnottingham.bsky.social researcher Dr Lauren Marsh. Please consider participating if eligible and share widely with your networks. More info below!

Steven Kapp@drstevenkapp.bsky.social · last yr.

Calling autistic uni students in UK (UG, masters): our survey on your support experiences & needs, developed from community-based participatory research w/ autistic & non-autistic students & disability support staff. Pls share widely Scan QR code in flyer -> send drafted email to receive direct link

Flyer titled "Recruitment call: Supporting autistic students at university". The University of Portsmouth logo is in the top-left corner and the University of Nottingham logo is in the top-right corner. It says "Are you an autistic university student in the UK? We are inviting you to take part in our study on support experiences and needs", followed by "You can take part if: • You are a university student in the UK (18 and above) • You have a formal autism diagnosis or you self-identify as autistic" "To complete the questionnaire, scan the QR code, which will take you to a draft email to the researcher. Please send this email to get your unique ID to complete the questionnaire." The QR code is presented to the right. The flyer ends with "For questions, please email emine.gurbuz@port.ac.uk".
MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

@uoppald.bsky.social graduate Addie originally gave MSc course unsolicited, positive review on Twitter prior to Musk's takeover. Here are her updated thoughts, having since been graduation speaker for all of Psychology at Portsmouth, presented her thesis at ITAKOM w/ paper on the way, started a PhD.

Addie - inky, pinky, thinky@addiebabe.bsky.social · last yr.

Delighted to see my former MSc course is now on Bluesky! I graduated from this course in 2022 and can honestly say it was life-changing! The modules were v. interesting and informative, lecturers incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, small cohort and online learning at my own pace...

Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · last yr.

We (Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity) and our MSc course (Psychology and Learning Disability) are migrating from Twitter to BlueSky! Staff on @uoppald.bsky.social are @uopcidd.bsky.social researchers, have practical experience in the NHS or schools, or expertise in distance learning

MSc Psychology and Learning Disability@uoppald.bsky.social · last yr.

Hello, we are a 2-year part-time (can work alongside) online ("live" *options*; costs the same, can study from everywhere) MSc course on learning/intellectual disability, autism, and neurodiversity. Students have own tutor. We are recruiting for September. To learn more: port.ac.uk/study/course...

Centre for Interaction, Development and Diversity@uopcidd.bsky.social · last yr.

We are new to BlueSky! We research people & things in their contexts. Follow us for Centre & members' updates. ICYMI we welcomed @hattdesigns.bsky.social Sarah Timperley & Jessica Riordan to share their Neurodiversity Project on neurodivergent students & staff (see unimelb.edu.au/neurodiversity)!

Neurodiversity Project

The University of Melbourne Neurodiversity Project is a multi- faceted, interdisciplinary initiative which aims to better support our neurodivergent community and improve the experiences of all neurod...

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