Neurodivergence

Did you ever get the feeling that the world was a tuxedo and you were a pair of brown shoes?

- George Gobel

Neurodivergence consists of Autism, ADHD (Distractible type, Hyperactive type, Combined type, and Unspecified type), Tourette’s, and Dyslexia. Autism and ADHD seem highly misunderstood, and Autism also seems grossly underdiagnosed.

From a Reddit autism post: “Increased empathy. Steadfastness and integrity: Willingness to do the right thing when nobody is looking, and stand up for what’s right when nobody else will. Honesty. Creativity and outside-the-box solutions. Recognizing patterns: In numbers, in language, in shapes, in behaviors, and in other experiences. Ability to read threats in the behavior and body language of a dangerous narcissist whom everyone else loves and/or appeases. Acceptance of others. Persistence in tasks. Loyalty, and highly valuing each friendship. Noticing details that others don’t. Willingness to say what needs to be said, rather than ignore “the elephant in the room”. A strong sense of justice.”

Adults ADHD:

ADHD Symptoms from the DSM-5:

Symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity include:

Additionally, the healthcare provider will also need to confirm the following for these symptoms for an official ADHD diagnosis.

Being an Empath

Did you ever get the feeling that the world was a tuxedo and you were a pair of brown shoes?

- George Gobel