Resources - Neurodiversity
This page operates slightly differently to our other Resources. This page deep dives into neurodiversity and provides definitions, resources and explores intersectionality.
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What is neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity refers to the concept that neurological differences are natural variations of the human brain rather than deficits. The philosophy embraces differences in brain function and emphasises diversity with humans. Neurodiversity can affect someone’s behaviour, communication, memory, or ability to learn.
The term ‘neurodiversity’ was coined in 1997 by Judy Singer, an autistic sociologist. The concept was introduced during the fight for autism awareness and rights, as psychologists have lobbied for it to be considered a different way of functioning, rather than a disorder.
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term, under which people fall into two subcategories: neurotypical and neurodivergent. Neurodivergence covers a range of conditions, including; autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and Tourette’s.
It is thought that 1 in 7 people in the UK are neurodivergent in some way.
10% of people in the UK are thought to have dyslexia.
8% of people in the UK are thought to have ADHD.
8% of people in the UK are thought to have dyspraxia.
6% of people in the UK are thought to have dyscalculia.
1% of people in the UK are thought to have an autistic spectrum condition.
1% of people in the UK are thought to have Tourette’s.
The following info came from the NHS website and covers neurodiversity in adults only. Click any of the links below for definitions, indicators and diagnosis expectations and guidance.
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Specific and General Resources
Private diagnosis/local private diagnosis providers
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Local organisations that support neurodiverse people
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General neurodiverse resources
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Neurodivergence and employment resources
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Neurodivergence and financial support resources
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