Neurodiversity describes the idea that everyone functions differently, and that people experience and interact with the world around in various ways; There's no "right" or "wrong" way of thinking, learning and behaving.
Neurodiversity refers to the natural differences of all people, but it's usually seen in context with autism, ADHD and other learning disabilities.
Neurodiversity refers to the virtually infinite neuro-cognitive variability within Earth's human population. It points to the fact that every human has a unique nervous system with a unique combination of abilities and needs
- Judy Singer, original inventor of term.
Neurodiversity doesn't mean lack of intelligence. It's just that the brain is wired in a different way, so it can be difficult to express and use their knowledge in a world that´s does not build for them. By accommodations and arrangements for neurodiversity can empower workplaces, schools etc. with strengths such as creativity, agility and innovatively.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, and therefore is concerning executive functioning skills.
Examples on symptoms and struggles:
The symptoms evolve and appear differently depending on the age and also depending on which types of symptoms are dominant. Medicine and therapy can be used to control symptoms, but it´s also equally important with structure at home and at school.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a genetic disorder that is usually diagnosed in early childhood.
The main signs and symptoms of autism relate to:
Their main difficulties are with
To help a person with ASD, it is important to help them adapt to their environment.
Dyslexia is a learning difficulty characterized by a reduced ability to recognize and understand written or printed words or sentences, despite intact vision.
Dyslexics often encounter problems:
To help a person with dyslexia, you need to help and support them in their everyday life and make sure that their school environment is adapted for them.