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neurodiversity

[ noor-oh-di-vur-si-tee, -dahy-, nyoor- ]

noun

  1. the variation and differences in neurological structure and function that exist among human beings, especially when viewed as being normal and natural rather than pathological:

    recognizing autism as an example of neurodiversity.



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Other Words From

  • neu·ro·di·verse adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of neurodiversity1

First recorded in 1995–2000; neuro- none + diversity ( def )
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Example Sentences

It belongs on the shelf next to “NeuroTribes” as essential reading on autism and neurodiversity.

“Focusing on how we cater to all forms of neurodiversity in the business is a core part of our office planning for a return to work,” she said.

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