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Intro to Neurodiversity

New to neurodiversity? We've rounded up a bunch of resources that explain what it is and why it's important.

 

Finished these, and ready for more? Check out our blog for other neurodiversity-related topics and resources. 

Videos

These are two of our favorite videos for explaining neurodiversity. You can find more videos explaining neurodiversity and neurodivergent experiences on this awesome resource compiled by Dr. Liz Angoff of Explaining Brains.  

Podcasts

Readings

01.

NEURODIVERSITY: SOME BASIC TERMS & DEFINITIONS

Article by Dr. Nick Walker

02.

What is Neurodiversity?

Article by The Autistic Advocate

03.

Neurodiversity (What is it and Why Do We Care?)

Article by Reframing Autism

04.

Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity

Book by Steve Silberman

05.

Empire of Normality: Neurodiversity and Capitalism 

Book by Robert Chapman

While this list is certainly not exhaustive, it will give you a good starting point for learning about neurodiversity. Let us know if you have other resources you'd like to see here!

Curious about your own neurotype? Wondering if you may be neurodivergent? Try some of the online self-assessment quizzes on the Embrace Autism website to learn more about your strengths and needs. It's not going to give you a diagnosis, of course, but might be some more food for thought, and point you in the right direction!  

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