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    This document discusses neurodiversity, which refers to naturally occurring differences in brain functioning and processing. Some key points: - Neurodiversity recognizes that some people have neurotypes that diverge from what is considered "typical" or "normal", such as those who are neurodivergent. - Neurotypical people have standard brain processing, while neurodivergent people may have differences in areas like executive function that make focusing, managing emotions, and following directions difficult. - Cognitive skills like thinking, learning, and attention also vary between neurotypes. The document argues neurodiversity should be viewed as a strength rather than only focusing on the challenges.

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    This document discusses neurodiversity, which refers to naturally occurring differences in brain functioning and processing. Some key points: - Neurodiversity recognizes that some people have neurotypes that diverge from what is considered "typical" or "normal", such as those who are neurodivergent. - Neurotypical people have standard brain processing, while neurodivergent people may have differences in areas like executive function that make focusing, managing emotions, and following directions difficult. - Cognitive skills like thinking, learning, and attention also vary between neurotypes. The document argues neurodiversity should be viewed as a strength rather than only focusing on the challenges.

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    This document discusses neurodiversity, which refers to naturally occurring differences in brain functioning and processing. Some key points: - Neurodiversity recognizes that some people have neurotypes that diverge from what is considered "typical" or "normal", such as those who are neurodivergent. - Neurotypical people have standard brain processing, while neurodivergent people may have differences in areas like executive function that make focusing, managing emotions, and following directions difficult. - Cognitive skills like thinking, learning, and attention also vary between neurotypes. The document argues neurodiversity should be viewed as a strength rather than only focusing on the challenges.

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    Neurodiversity Summary and Intro

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    This document discusses neurodiversity, which refers to naturally occurring differences in brain functioning and processing. Some key points: - Neurodiversity recognizes that some people have neurotypes that diverge from what is considered "typical" or "normal", such as those who are neurodivergent. - Neurotypical people have standard brain processing, while neurodivergent people may have differences in areas like executive function that make focusing, managing emotions, and following directions difficult. - Cognitive skills like thinking, learning, and attention also vary between neurotypes. The document argues neurodiversity should be viewed as a strength rather than only focusing on the challenges.

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    NEURODIVERSITY

    What is diversity to be exact?


    Diversity is the range of
    human differences, including
    but not limited to race,
    ethnicity, gender, gender
    identity, sexual orientation,
    age, social class, physical
    ability or attributes, religious
    or ethical values system,
    national origin, and political
    beliefs.
    But have you have ever heard of Neurodiversity?

    Neurodiversity is the idea of naturally


    occurring differences in our brain.

    Neuro divergence is the term used for


    individuals whose brains “diverge” from the
    “norm.”

    It is tagged as an invisible disablity


    The Two Sides Of Neurodiversity

    NEUROTYPICAL NEURODIVERGENT
     People with standard  People whose brain
    brain processing and functioning and
    functioning processing deviates
     Neurotypical people from what is
    often do not know considered "typical"
    that they are  Neurodivergent people
    neurotypical are usually made
     Seen as "normal“ aware that their brains
    function differently
     Seen as "abnormal"
     Executive function is a
    set of mental skills that
    include working
    memory, flexible
    thinking, and self-
    control. We use these
    skills every day to learn,
    work, and manage daily
    life. Trouble with
    executive function can
    make it hard to focus,
    follow directions, and
    handle emotions, among
    other things.
    COGNITIVE SKILLS

     Cognitive skills are the


    core skills your brain
    uses to think, read,
    learn, remember,
    reason, and pay
    attention
    Neuro diverse people experience, interact with, and interpret the world
    in unique ways. This concept can help reduce stigma around learning
    and thinking differences.

    What would happen if the world viewed neurodevelopmental


    differently? If everyone noticed the strengths that can come from these
    differences first, instead of the challenges?

    It is an extra ability not a disability. It is a STRENGTH not something


    missing.

    That it is not something that should be treated but something to be


    celebrated.

    Adopted & Presented by M.S

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