What is Neurodiversity?

Neurodiversity describes the population as a whole and recognises the diversity of different brains. Neurotypical describes most of the population the majority group that expresses themselves in ways that are seen as the societal “norm”. Neurodivergent describes the minority group that diverts neurologically from said “norm”. This is estimated to be 1 in 7 people, although with an increase in awareness and late diagnosis this in likely to be higher.

Neurodivergent conditions include Autism/Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)/Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)/ Variable Attention Stimulus Trait (VAST), Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia and Tourette’s Syndrome (TS) as well as many other conditions.

Neurodivergence is classed as a disability, although some neurodivergent people do not identify as disabled but need support to live in a neurotypical society.

– NHS England

Common Neurodivergent Conditions

Autism

ADHD

Dyslexia and Dyscalculia

Dyspraxia

Dysgraphia

Tourette’s Syndrome

However there are many more then just these listed