The Neurodiversity Movement is gaining momentum from academics and those suffering from the stigma of being diagnosed as different and disabled. Is there another way that society can view individuals with different styles of attention and communication that will foster awareness, inclusion, and appreciation of those differences? Psychologist Dr. Emma Girard joins our exploration of this topic and the practical considerations of a more accommodating society.

Hosts: Eyrn, Toshia, Alan

Guest: Emma Girard, PsyD

References:

Bailin, A. (2019, June 6). Clearing Up Some Misconceptions about  Neurodiversity. Retrieved from Scientific American Blog Network website:   https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/observations/clearing-up-some-misconceptions-about-neurodiversity/

Baron-Cohen, S. (2019, April 30). The Concept of Neurodiversity Is  Dividing the Autism Community. Retrieved from  https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/observations/the-concept-of-neurodiversity-is-dividing-the-autism-community/

‌Prizant, B. M., & Fields-Meyer, T. (2019). Uniquely human : a different way of seeing autism. London: Souvenir Press.