Neurodiversity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌnjʊəɹə(ʊ)daɪˈvɜːsɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Neurodiversity is a noun meaning The variety of configurations of the brain, especially with regard to autism.
Meaning
The variety of configurations of the brain, especially with regard to autism.
Example Sentences
For me, the significance of the "Autistic Spectrum" lies in its call for and anticipation of a "Politics of Neurodiversity". […] The rise of Neurodiversity takes postmodern fragmentation one step further.
Neurodiversity may be every bit as crucial for the human race as biodiversity is for life in general. Who can say what form of wiring will prove best at any given moment? Cybernetics and computer culture, for example, may favor a somewhat autistic cast of mind.
The Neurodiversity movement is progressing towards an acceptance in mainstream business. Neurodiversity inclusion is increasingly likely to be present in EDI [equality, diversity, and inclusion] policies alongside gender, race and LGBTQIA+ in many leading industries (though I note that disability more broadly is lagging behind).
Word Forms
- neurodiversities
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include neurodivergence, neurogender, neurodisability, neurotypicality, neuroflexibility, neuroatypicality.
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