Awareness and Education
Neurodiversity Basics
What is Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity is a concept that regards individuals with differences in brain function and behavioral traits as part of normal variation in the human population.
Definition of "Neurotypical"
Having, relating to, or constituting a type of brain and behavioral functioning that represents the middle 68% of the human population.
Definition of "Neurodiverse"
Having, relating to, or constituting a type of brain functioning that is not neurotypical. (From Merriam-Webster Dictionary)
Definition of "Neurodivergent"
Having, relating to, or constituting a type of brain functioning that is not neurotypical. Synonym of "Neurodiverse."