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Using 'neurodivergent' as a catch‑all term is problematic—here's why
The term "neurodivergent" is being used more and more often in everyday conversation, on social media and even in scientific research. Neurodivergent is usually used to describe a brain that works differently from what is seen as typical.
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The term "neurodivergent" is being used more and more often in everyday conversation, on social media and even in scientific research. Neurodivergent is usually used to describe a brain that works differently from what is seen as typical. For instance, it is often used to describe someone diagnosed with autism or ADHD.
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