This weeklong series explains the history of our understanding of neurodivergence, the challenges many face getting diagnosed and the complexities of how neurodiverse people engage with the world in ...

A new study has provided insight into how experiences and features of neurodiversity vary amongst adults in the UK. There is variation in people’s attributes and experiences across all populations.

Recently, I was explaining my work as an advocate for neurodivergent people, and a member of my audience asked me, “What does neurodivergent mean?” She added, “I think I know what it means. But I’m ...

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Neurodiversity Pride Day will be observed internationally on June 18, 2024 as a way to celebrate people who have neurologically atypical ways of thinking, learning, and behaving, and to reduce stigma ...

Understanding neurodiversity is vital for parents as it reframes challenges from 'misbehavior' to 'different needs,' fostering patience and better learning outcomes. Recognizing signs like ...

A new autism workforce survey reveals why many autistic employees succeed professionally while quietly struggling with ...

“To feel intensely is not a symptom of weakness, it is the trademark of the truly alive and compassionate.” —Anthon St. Maarten. Source: RF studio / Pexels ...

ADHD is thought to affect between 3% and 10% of the population, but despite reports lambasting it as the latest TikTok fad, it’s still chronically underdiagnosed. There are a number of other myths ...

(Chris Samuels | The Salt Lake Tribune) Attendees listen to talks during General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. Tribune ...