Today’s episode examines the societal consequences of ignoring gestalt language processing (GLP), framing the issue as an imbalance of institutional power rather than a simple academic debate. The author of the source article, Dr. Jaime Hoerricks, argues that when dominant systems dismiss this unique way of making meaning, they inflict ethical harm on neurodivergent individuals. This rejection transitions from theoretical skepticism into practical failures within classrooms, clinical settings, and crisis interventions. By refusing to recognize GLP as a legitimate framework, authorities limit how educators and caregivers respond to human distress and communication. Ultimately, Dr. Hoerricks advocates for a shift in perspective that prioritizes the lived experiences of those who process language in ‘non-traditional’* ways.

Here’s the link to the source article: https://open.substack.com/pub/autside/p/why-gestalt-processing-matters-power

*As always, I’m curious as to how Google’s NotebookLM handles this topic. Here, I provide the raw, unedited output for your consideration.

Let me know what you think.

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