


What Does It Mean To Be Neurodiversity Affirmative?
D Hartman, Dr A Day, T O'Donnell-Killen, J K Doyle, M Kavanagh, J Azevedo
This British Psychological Society article explains that _being neurodiversity-affirmative involves embracing neurodivergence as natural variations in human experience, rather than disorders to be fixed. This approach emphasises strengths-based support, respects neurodivergent identities, and prioritises self-advocacy and community-led decision-making. It also rejects practices like compliance-based therapies and neurotypical social skills training, advocating instead for systemic changes that promote inclusion and dignity for all neurodivergent individuals.
D Hartman, Dr A Day, T O'Donnell-Killen, J K Doyle, M Kavanagh, J Azevedo
This British Psychological Society article explains that _being neurodiversity-affirmative involves embracing neurodivergence as natural variations in human experience, rather than disorders to be fixed. This approach emphasises strengths-based support, respects neurodivergent identities, and prioritises self-advocacy and community-led decision-making. It also rejects practices like compliance-based therapies and neurotypical social skills training, advocating instead for systemic changes that promote inclusion and dignity for all neurodivergent individuals.