Diffability

Quick meaning: Diffability is a noun meaning (uncommon) A psychological condition, such as Asperger's syndrome, viewed as a natural neurological variation rather than a disability or disorder.

Meaning

(uncommon) A psychological condition, such as Asperger's syndrome, viewed as a natural neurological variation rather than a disability or disorder.

Example Sentences

Nick Pentzell is a college student and “diffability” advocate for people on the autism spectrum.

It is not so much a disability as a diff'''ability. People with AS are often brilliant in some respects, but they may display different social and emotional responses than what is considered the norm.

However, accepting my diffability as part of the package I come in, makes my life much easier to deal with. I'm not suggesting that we use Asperger's Syndrome as an excuse for not doing things, just that we aim at being 'inclusive' towards ourselves, as well as towards others.

Word Forms

• diffabilities

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include diffusity, diffusability, diffuseness, diffusiveness, diffusedness, diffusibleness.

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