Neuro space

Neurodivergent is a term used to describe individuals whose brains develop or function differently for various reasons. This can lead to unique strengths and challenges compared to those whose brains develop and function more typically. While some people who are classified as neurodivergent have medical conditions, there are also individuals whose condition or diagnosis has yet to be identified.

You may have heard of many of these types of neurodiversity.

• Autism, or Autism Spectrum Conditions

• ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADD: Attention Deficit Disorder

• Dyscalculia

• Dyslexia

• Dyspraxia, or Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)

There are a number of other examples of how brains can process information differently.
Some people consider these to be part of the ‘neurodiversity’ umbrella and others like to keep them separate - there’s no right or wrong answer.

• Cognitive functioning difficulties or executive dysfunction

• Dysgraphia

• Misophonia

• Slow processing speed

• Stammering

• Tourette’s syndrome