Neurodivergent individuals — those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological differences — experience neurodiversity at higher rates and in distinctive ways.
Why Neurodivergent People Have Higher Neurodiversity Rates
- Navigating a world designed for neurotypical people creates chronic stress
- Masking neurological differences is psychologically costly and drives neurodiversity
- Sensory processing differences can make neurodiversity triggers more intense
- Social difficulties associated with neurodivergence can increase isolation and neurodiversity
How Neurodiversity Presents Differently in Neurodivergent People
In autistic people, neurodiversity may be expressed through behavioral changes rather than verbal report. In ADHD, neurodiversity may be difficult to distinguish from executive function difficulties.
Neurodivergent-Affirming Neurodiversity Treatment
Effective neurodiversity treatment for neurodivergent people adapts standard approaches to accommodate sensory, communication, and processing differences. Find therapists with specific neurodivergent experience.