Tag: neurodivergent

  • What Is Identity? And What Is Autistic Identity Then?

    What Is Identity? And What Is Autistic Identity Then?

    Identity is everything. It is what makes us who we are. It can be our name, the city we grew up in, our occupation, or even just a hobby that we’re really passionate about. Whatever it is, identity is what gives us a sense of self and allows us to interact with the world around…

  • What Is Identity? And What Is Autistic Identity Then?

    What Is Identity? And What Is Autistic Identity Then?

    Identity is everything. It is what makes us who we are. It can be our name, the city we grew up in, our occupation, or even just a hobby that we’re really passionate about. Whatever it is, identity is what gives us a sense of self and allows us to interact with the world around…

  • What If Neurotypicals Are Pavlov, And Our Medication Is Their Bell?

    What If Neurotypicals Are Pavlov, And Our Medication Is Their Bell?

    People learn in many different ways. The way humans learn most frequently is called observational learning or social learning. This is when an individual learns through observing and imitating others. Observational learning occurs through watching and mimicking the behaviour of a model: another human, an animal, or even a cartoon character on TV. There are…

  • Is Autism Part Of The Evolutionary Process Of Homo Sapiens?

    Is Autism Part Of The Evolutionary Process Of Homo Sapiens?

    Genesis To begin, Autism is a neurological developmental disorder. It has been found in the fossil record of humans dating back to the Mousterian period (110,000 BC). This development does not mean that these individuals were related to those diagnosed with Autism now; it means that Autism is an intrinsic part of the evolutionary process.…

  • How Do You Date Neurodivergent People?

    How Do You Date Neurodivergent People?

    Have you ever thought about dating a neurodivergent person? Or are you someone who wants to date someone neurodivergent but doesn’t know how? Here are some tips!                1. Recognize that neurodivergence can be fluid. While many people think of autism as a binary – either they have it, or they don’t – there are actually…

  • Are Neurodivergent People More Liberal?

    Are Neurodivergent People More Liberal?

    It’s a long-standing stereotype that neurodivergent people tend towards the political left, but is it true? Some claim that this is not the case at all and cite examples of famous right wingers who have been diagnosed with Autism or ADHD. In response, others counter that these particular individuals may be outliers in terms of…

  • Can Neurodivergent People Be Successful?

    Can Neurodivergent People Be Successful?

    Would you choose a neurodivergent individual to be your employee?  Studies have shown that most people would not, and they believe others wouldn’t either. As society becomes more aware of the needs of neurodivergent individuals, this shift in perspective is occurring too slowly. This shift is especially evident in education, where students who are neurodivergent…

  • Do Neurodivergent People Lie On Purpose To Deceive Or Is It Because They Need To Lie To Fit In?

    Do Neurodivergent People Lie On Purpose To Deceive Or Is It Because They Need To Lie To Fit In?

    Neurodivergent people are those who think and learn differently from the majority of the population. The term covers a wide range of conditions, including autism, dyslexia, and ADHD. People with these conditions often find it hard to fit in with neurotypical people. They may lie to try and fit in or because they don’t understand…

  • Is Autism Part Of The Evolutionary Process Of Homo Sapiens?

    Is Autism Part Of The Evolutionary Process Of Homo Sapiens?

    Genesis To begin, Autism is a neurological developmental disorder. It has been found in the fossil record of humans dating back to the Mousterian period (110,000 BC). This development does not mean that these individuals were related to those diagnosed with Autism now; it means that Autism is an intrinsic part of the evolutionary process.…

  • Are Neurodivergent People More Liberal?

    Are Neurodivergent People More Liberal?

    It’s a long-standing stereotype that neurodivergent people tend towards the political left, but is it true? Some claim that this is not the case at all and cite examples of famous right wingers who have been diagnosed with Autism or ADHD. In response, others counter that these particular individuals may be outliers in terms of…