
Laurie Ackles, LMSW
@laurie_ackles
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Higher Ed leader @SSPatRIT, https://t.co/gPdMXup48V consultant, advocate/ally, social worker, doc student @UBSSW, pickleballer
Joined August 2019
I hope you'll take some time to read this powerful essay about autistic masking, othering, and the need to be understood and accepted #masking #Autism
CN: trauma "Accepting the monsters": Insight essay by Danny Dunn describes the trauma of unmasking in adulthood & the need for inclusion, peace & acceptance @HunterDirac NEW paper, FREE to Jun 7: https://t.co/NYICs6veAI
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I'm attending NEN's January 19th Virtual Event to learn more about neurodivergence at work and inclusive practices! Join me by registering for free at https://t.co/DcveH62zvg
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Thrilled to be presenting with my @Travelers colleagues at this years @NACEOrg conference about building #highereducation partnerships with employers who understand the importance of #Neurodiversity in the workplace #NACE21
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Exploring measures for state Mindfulness that are effective in measuring weekly change in mindfulness resulting from mindfulness practice. Any suggestions? #Mindfulness @LondonMindful @MindfulResearch
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We are thrilled to have an autistic student participate in the @autselfadvocacy Autism Campus Inclusion Leadership Academy this summer and come back ready to create change! https://t.co/Xea25brH19
@RITtigers #disabilityinclusion #highereducation @ashley_lcsw @Parenting4Today
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Looking for tips on how to serve #autistic college students better? Myself and my #highered collegues from NY, PA, CT, DE and WA are proud to share our work https://t.co/OR5f32dX8x
@sesgardner #COVID19
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Providing resources and support to college students during the COVID-19 global pandemic has produced unique challenges for all students, particularly those with autism. In March 2020, halfway through...
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I often find self-doubt creeping in when I'm faced with academic writing. Today's mantra for me...if someone else is capable of doing this then so am I. What helps you move past self-doubt? @AcademicChatter @ashley_lcsw @vileloveit644 @mfktherapy @Parenting4Today
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I finally deleted all the crime story and political podcasts that I tortured myself with over the last year and I'm focusing on ones that encourage and uplift. Happier with @gretchenrubin is my new go to as I wind down from the day. What is your favorite feel good podcast?
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We are SO excited to reveal the details of our event- Let's talk about autism: diversity and inclusion which will be held at 18:00 (BST) on March 31st 2021. #U21Autism2021 Everyone is welcome, click this link to sign up: https://t.co/MrdVR0ookj
#Autism #Diversity #Inclusion
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Watch: Behind the scenes with the first production of Curious Incident to star an actor with autism https://t.co/8Ot9rxTf6h
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Ran my DSW capstone project by the Sr VP and the response was really positive. Getting a 👍 and enthusiastic support from leadership gives me an important confidence boost! #notabarrier #ubdsw1 @UBSSW #Mindfulness #EBP #Autism #stressmanagement
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“I am going to draw attention to the problems that the community is facing,” she said. “People who have been marginalized and excluded now is the time to say enough is enough. We can all be leaders who fight for justice.” https://t.co/n03GXqc7BW via @TODAYshow #Autism
today.com
Jessica Benham, 29, was recently sworn in as a Pennsylvania state representative. “First and foremost, my goal is to serve my community,” she said.
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This is my unofficial “emotional support” animal who is going to get me through the next 16 months of this @ubssw DSW program. He’s gonna be busy! Who (or what) do you turn to that calms you in times of academic stress? #ubdsw1 #AcademicTwitter
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Shout out to @TRIPPVR. If you have an @oculus I recommend trying this VR #meditation daily practice. I'm learning to be mindful and increase focus on the space between thoughts. #ubdsw1 #ubdsw2 @BakkLouanne
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.@JKCorden and an array of Broadway friends bid farewell to President Trump, Les Mis style.
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Call your Senators; tell them to #ConvictTrump. He incited violence on Capital Hill and then pretends that he had absolutely nothing to do with this. For once in his life, he needs accountability. Check this out @MeidasTouch
#FreshVoicesRise
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