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While everyone's brain develops similarly, no two brains function just alike. Being neurodivergent means having a brain that works differently from the average or “neurotypical” person. This may be differences in social preferences, ways of learning, ways of communicating and/or ways of perceiving the environment. (Cleveland Clinic)

In the presence of specific clinical symptoms, hypersensitivities, difficulties in communication and in social interactions, individuals and their loved ones may benefit from knowing more about neurodivergence (ND). We provide the most current information on neurodivergent vs. neurotypical phenotypes (the observable characteristics of an organism, including its physical traits, development, and behavior), the incidence of ND in the population, degrees of ND, its benefits and drawbacks, as well as information on treatments, interventions, and support available to neurodivergent individuals and their families. Access to more detailed information requires membership in the Society. Learn more

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Dr. Hagar Goldberg of the Department of Psychology, University of British Columbia introduces us to the neuroscience of diversity, which

“focuses on existing scientific evidence on neurodiversity including neurodiversity between and within individuals, and the evolutional perspective of neurodiversity.” (Goldberg, 2023)

In this section, we include information and research from many disciplines, such as neurobiology, neuroimaging, neurophysiology, neuropathology, neurochemistry, treatment and outcomes. Every subsection refers to and is informed by peer-reviewed articles from leading journals. Wherever possible (owing to copyright restrictions), the full article is available to our visitors in the Neuroscience Library. Learn more

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We constrain our discussion of ASD to a selective review of topics of greatest relevance to the theory and practice of neuropsychology, psychotherapy, counseling, and coaching with neurodivergent individuals and neurotypical-neurodivergent dyads and families. We investigate further in such subsections as neuropsychological profile, cognitive functioning, affect and emotion, behaviors, interests, activities, childhood and family history, treatment and outcomes. Learn more

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We bring you an overview, links, and contact information of the most important studies, projects, and programs at major universities and research facilities in North America (e.g., the work conducted by Dr. Lawrence Fung and his colleagues at Stanford), South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. These ongoing research projects around the world focus on neurodivergence, neurodiversity, and autism, with an emphasis on understanding these conditions and improving the lives of neurodivergent individuals. Learn more

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Between 15% and 20% of the world population lives with, through, and beyond a neurodivergent designation. We learn real life stories of the often-devastating impact of ignorance, misunderstandings, abuse, and neglect, and the very promising advances toward its understanding and acceptance in schools and workplaces around the world. Educators and healthcare workers are the foremost groups tasked with the education of the individual, the family, and the public on the most important implications of neurodivergent life. Learn more

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Realizing NDIVS’s mission of promoting the understanding and acceptance of neurodivergence in all its various manifestations requires us to actively support the entire neurodivergence and autism community—including nonprofit organizations, foundations, and neurodivergent individuals and their families and friends. The NDVIS is a trusted professional partner to all such organizations looking to maximize their footprint and broaden their reach and appeal. If you are interested in a professional partnership with NDIVS, this section will show you how. Membership in the Society is required to participate. Learn More

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The NDIVS offers three categories of membership to support each aspect of our members’ professional development and enhancement in neurodivergence research: Active membership is open to neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals and their families worldwide; Associate membership is open to neuroscience, neuropsychology, psychology, social work, psychotherapy, education, and allied professionals who are involved in research, coaching, treatment, and management of neurodivergence and its clinical and non-clinical manifestations. Affiliate membership is open to non-profit or for-profit organizations who are working in support of neurodivergence and neuroscience research who are interested in and/or make substantial contributions to the neurodivergence field.  Learn more

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In recent years there has been remarkable progress in the understanding of neurodivergence as a normal human variant, as well as a decline in trust among the public that the issue is worthy of scientific study. Neurodivergence scholars bear the responsibility to communicate discoveries and advances to the public. Writers play a pivotal role in dispelling misinformation, educating neurodivergent and neurotypical communities about scientific advances, and helping policy makers in their decisions regarding healthcare and social policies. Neurovariants Journal, the Society Blog, and the Newsletter are showcased in this section, along with guidelines on how to publish your work. Learn more

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Members of the Society at all levels (Active, Associate, Affiliate) can access the NDIVS/ai interface around the clock and in all major languages, to obtain information on neurodivergence, locate providers, allied companies, organizations, research projects, and more. This section also includes links provided by our members and third parties to facilities and neurodivergence resources on the worldwide web. Learn more

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A section dedicated to the Society’s mission, which reads in part:

The mission of The Neurodivergence Research and Education Society is to promote the understanding and acceptance of neurodivergence throughout the world through neuroscience research, public education, communication, partnership and collaboration.

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Ways to contact the Society about cooperation, partnerships, volunteering, publishing on Neurovariants Journal, submitting blog posts, and asking questions. Learn more