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“Neural Diversity” is defined as a brain that works differently and can enhance or hinder certain abilities. Many people who are neurally diverse can be associated with ADD, Dyslexia, Autisim, Bi-polar and a number of other conditions.
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Reply To: Procrastinating Posted: January 19, 2022 by Maria DiBenedetto
Procrastinating can actually become a viscous cycle. The more we procrastinate, the more we feel an internal pressure to get something... Read More »Procrastinating Posted: January 17, 2022 by Katherine Corrigan
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Growing up with learning disabilities, I found that I’ve had to learn what my strengths and weaknesses are do my best to work on my... Read More »School vs. Work as a Neurodiverse Person Posted: January 14, 2022 by Katherine Corrigan
As a neurodiverse individual, did you find that you struggled more with school, or did you struggle more with work? I personally struggled... Read More »After the Holidays Posted: January 6, 2022 by Katherine Corrigan
Getting back into the groove of our schedule and just getting back to daily life after the holidays can be very overwhelming but also... Read More »NYC-Learning-Specialists-Group Posted: by Caroline Ramos
Welcoming the NYC-Learning-Specialists-Group to Connecting Ground for sharing on this platform. We welcome you and encourage you to share... Read More »Neurodiversity and the holidays Posted: December 3, 2021 by Caroline Ramos
Hi All, Just out of curiosity, what tips or advice do you have for a family with a neurodiverse child traveling for the first time... Read More »Reply To: HOLIDAYS WAYS OF HELPING Posted: November 11, 2021 by Casey Schmalacker
Take you’re kids out shopping. Let them choose a few presents that they can donate! Involve them in the whole process, the choosing,... Read More »HOLIDAYS WAYS OF HELPING Posted: October 29, 2021 by Heather
November is just around the corner and I am starting to think about the holidays and how I can help others during this time. Did you know... Read More »Reply To: Show us your art! Posted: October 15, 2021 by rustytheman55
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Self-medication and a first step in the mental health recovery process Posted: January 14, 2022 by Caroline Ramos
Upon returning to the states after experiencing my first major psychotic break, I was pressured by both my parents to speak with a... Read More »
Substance Use Disorder and Neurodiversity Posted: January 3, 2022 by Caroline Ramos
As many people in the mental health community are aware, there is a positive correlation between substance abuse issues and... Read More »
Transitioning from College to the Workplace as a Neurodiverse Individual By Katie Corrigan Posted: December 17, 2021 by Katherine Corrigan
When I was in the third grade, I was diagnosed with ADD and dyscalculia, the latter meaning that I struggle to comprehend math. While my... Read More »
Learning Opportunities for the Holidays Posted: November 10, 2021 by Casey Schmalacker
The holidays can be stressful. There’s so much to do, so little time! The hustle and bustle of it all can feel overwhelming. I recommend... Read More »
Implications for Students with Learning Disabilities, Reading Disabilities, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Posted: November 4, 2021 by Rob Healy
In this chapter we discuss the application of social cognitive theory (SCT)—and especially the role of self-efficacy—to students with... Read More »Top News Articles
Man Attributes His Success of Becoming a Doctor to Being Raised by His Dad Who has Down Syndrome Posted: October 24, 2021 by Rob Healy
Sader Issa, who studied dentistry in Syria, attributes his success today to being raised by his father, Jad, who has Down Syndrome. “Our... Read More »
We’re Excited to Be Here! Posted: October 22, 2021 by Rich McHale
After almost a year of planning and development, we are delighted to announce the launch of our the Connecting Ground website. We hope you... Read More »
Dating Apps Have Failed Autistic Users, But That Can Change Posted: September 1, 2021 by Rob Healy
Imagine living in a world in which you have a 1 in 3 chance of ever going on a date. Now imagine that even if you somehow find yourself in... Read More »Neurodiversity and Relationships Posted: August 26, 2021 by Rob Healy
Humans seek relationships for all sorts of reasons: protection and mutual aid, employment, friendship, romance . . . It should not surprise... Read More »
The Different Brains Mentorship Program Posted: August 25, 2021 by Rob Healy
Taking the First Step Towards Achieving Goals It’s a common scenario: young people with a neurodiverse diagnosis, despite average or... Read More »
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The range of differences in individual brain function and behavioral traits regarded as part of normal variation in the human population. ' Neurodiversity is the idea that neurological variations are known and valued as any other human variation.
Schizophrenia symptoms typically come on gradually, begin in young adulthood, and in many cases never resolve. There is no objective diagnostic test; the diagnosis is used to describe observed behavior that may stem from numerous different causes.