Neurodiversity For Dummies

A quick and easy way to understand neurodiversity as written by neurodivergent people and our families

Neurodiversity For Dummies is your essential guide in understanding neurodivergent conditions like autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. This quick and easy guide is perfect for anyone needing to know more about neurodiversity. And that's all of us--because recent estimates say that 15-20% of the world's population have some form of neurodivergence. Your life is filled with neurodivergent people that you know and love, whether you realize it yet or not.

It's time to learn to support and include the neurodivergent among us, and to understand how neurodiversity impacts society and the workplace. This is for the neurodivergent person wanting to thrive in life, for parents and caregivers seeking success for their child, and for teachers who are working to make a difference in their students' lives. Filled with practical advice, Neurodiversity for Dummies also provides a helping hand to service providers, assistance for workplace managers and colleagues, and understanding for family members and friends.

Imagine a world where we all understood ourselves better and appreciated more deeply the differences in others. No matter how your own brain thinks, Neurodiversity for Dummies is for you. Check out this jargon-free introduction for an essential overview.

• Explore the Spectrum of Neurodiversity: Understand in plain language the world of autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurodivergent conditions.
• Unlock Hidden Talents: Move yourself beyond common myths and misconceptions to discover how neurodiversity actually works. Learn how neurodiversity has always been with us, why society needs neurodivergent traits, and how neurodiversity can be a wellspring of innovation, creativity, and out-of-the-box thinking.
• Discover Yourself: Whether you are a neurodivergent person or not, learn how to understand your own normalcy, advocate for your needs, and build meaningful connections with those who think and experience the world differently than you.
• Change the World Around You: Be empowered through simple steps you can take to create inclusive environments for neurodivergent individuals in your school or workplace. Uncover proven strategies that cultivate a culture of acceptance and respect, where the unique perspectives of all individuals are valued and celebrated.

We believe in providing parents with better supports, empowering individuals with information, and shaping a world where we are all seen and understood. With an author team composed of neurodivergent individuals and parents writing together, Neurodiversity for Dummies is an example of the power of neurodiversity when put into action. It's why we wrote this for you.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this transformative journey. Order your copy of Neurodiversity for Dummies now to better understand yourself and others, and to join the movement that is revolutionizing how we understand and support the diversity of the human mind.

Auteur

John Marble is a workforce policy, innovation, and neurodiversity strategist. He is the founder of Pivot Neurodiversity. Khushboo Chabria is a neurodiversity specialist, career coach, and speaker on a mission to advocate for disability rights. Ranga Jayaraman is director of Neurodiversity Pathways and a leader in digital transformation.

Texte du rabat

Understand, appreciate, and empower our neurodiverse world Around one-fifth of the world's population is estimated to have some form of neurodivergence--autism, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory disorders, and a range of others. Neurodiversity For Dummies demystifies this not-so-rare variation of the human experience, showing you how neurodiversity impacts society and the workplace. As a leader or parent of a neurodivergent person--or as a neurodistinct individual yourself--you'll gain the understanding, strategies, and tools you need to thrive and empower others in a neurodiverse world. **Inside...

• All about ADHD, autism, and other conditions
• Thriving in school and at work
• Empowering neurodivergent students and colleagues
• Navigating daily life as a neurodivergent person
• How to create a more neuroinclusive world
• Neurodiversity resources

Contenu

Introduction 1

About This Book 2

Foolish Assumptions 3

Icons Used in This Book 3

Beyond the Book 4

Where to Go from Here 4

Part 1: Understanding Neurodiversity 5

Chapter 1: What Is Neurodiversity? 7

The Normalcy of Neurodiversity 8

Understanding Neurodivergent Conditions 16

Exploring the Neurodiversity Movement 19

Chapter 2: Disability Is Not a Dirty Word 21

First Things First: Why We Fear Disability 21

What Disability Actually Means 22

Neurodivergence and Disability 25

The Disability Rights Movement 26

You're Not Alone: Building Community 27

Chapter 3: Someone You Know Is Neurodivergent 29

Neurodiversity Has Always Been Here 30

Neurodivergence Is Rather Common 31

The Role of Neurodiversity Today 33

Extraordinary People: Ordinary Traits 35

Chapter 4: Why Is Our World Not Yet Neuroinclusive? 37

The Myth of Normality 37

In education 38

In therapy 38

In the workplace 39

Why Things Are Designed to Look Like Us 39

Falling Into a Fixed Mindset 40

Acknowledging Barriers to Inclusion 41

Barriers society places in front of neurodivergent people 41

Additional barriers neurodivergent people must navigate 42

Part 2: Recognizing the Types of Neurodivergence 43

Chapter 5: Understanding Neurotypes 45

Introducing Neurotypes 45

Understanding How Neurotypes Differ 46

Uncovering Neurodivergent Strengths 48

Seeing How Doctors Label Neurotypes 49

Chapter 6: Understanding Autism 53

What Is Autism? 53

How Society Talks About Autism 57

How the Autistic Brain Thinks 58

How the Autistic Brain Organizes Thoughts 61

How the Autistic Brain Uses Focus 63

How the Autistic Brain Uses Memory 64

How the Autistic Brain Uses Senses 64

How the Autistic Brain Processes Emotions and Exercises Empathy 65

How the Autistic Brain Communicates 66

How the Autistic Brain Socializes 70

How Autistic Bodies Respond 73

Empowering Autistic People 78

Closely Associated Conditions 79

Myths and Misconceptions 81

Chapter 7: Understanding ADHD 83

Talking about ADHD 84

Understanding ADHD Traits 85

Enhancing Daily Living 91

Empowering Those with ADHD 96

Myths and Misconceptions 97

Chapter 8: Understanding Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyspraxia 99

Understanding Dyslexia 100

Understanding Dyscalculia 106

Understanding Dysgraphia 110

Understanding Dyspraxia 112

Myths and Misconceptions 114

Chapter 9: Understanding Associated Conditions 117

Understanding Tourette's 118

Understanding OCD 119

Understanding Bipolar 122

Understanding Cerebral Palsy 125

Understanding Multiple Sclerosis 126

Understanding Intellectual Disabilities 127

Aging and Acquired Impairments 129

Thinking About Mental Health 130

Myths and Misconceptions 132

Part 3: Navigating Life as a Neurodivergent Person 133

Chapter 10: Understanding Yourself as a Neurodivergent Person 135

Seeking a Diagnosis 136

Profiling Your Neurodivergent Traits 138

Finding Success 146

Chapter 11: Understanding Others 147

Recognizing How Others Think and Experience the World 147

Practicing Compassionate Curiosity 149

Chapter 12: Improving Personal Effectiveness 153

Understanding the Impact of Trauma 154

Choosing a Productive Mindset 157

Cultivating Habits of Effectiveness 160

Achieving Your Goals 167

Building Resilience to Overcome Setbacks 169

Part 4: Thriving as a Neurodivergent Person 171

**Chapter 13: Disc…