How human brains and minds differ. The Neurodiversity Movement is an approach that seeks equal rights, respect and inclusionThe act of including a person as part of a group with equal opportunities, equity and resources, who might otherwise be excluded or marginalised. for neurodivergentAn individual whose brain functions differently from the (usually neurotypical) perception of what is “normal”. For example, an individual with autism, Asperger's syndrome, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, ADHD, OCD or Tourette Syndrome. people who have conditions like autismA complex developmental condition which can significantly affect verbal and non-verbal communication and social interaction in a range of ways., Asperger’s syndromeAsperger’s Syndrome (AS) or Asperger’s is an autism spectrum condition characterised by challenges with neurotypical social interactions and nonverbal communication., dyslexiaA condition that involves difficulty in learning to read or interpret letters, words and other symbols., dyscalculiaA condition which involves specific and persistent difficulty in understanding numbers which can lead to a range of difficulties with mathematics., dyspraxiaA condition that may affect physical coordination, balance, movement, learning, living skills, fine motor skills, emotional regulation, social interaction, time management, planning and personal organisation skills., ADHD, OCD or Tourette Syndrome
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