Neurodiversity

Question 1

T or F: All of us are neuroviderse.

Answer 1

TRUE

all brains are different and that’s a good thing

need that in the world just like we need biodiversity

Question 2

Neurodivergent

Answer 2

different from neurotypical/what’s expected in society

different diagnoses, labels

e.g. autism, ADHD, dyslexia etc.

Question 3

Differences can lead to impairments when….

Answer 3

the expectations of the environment do not match the brain style

sometimes don’t notice impairments until child is in an environment that don’t support their neurotype

Question 4

Equality

Answer 4

equal treatment

assumption that everyone benefits from the same supports

doesn’t meet everyone’s needs

Question 5

Equity

Answer 5

everyone gets the supports they need

how our world works rn

Question 6

Justice

Answer 6

cause of inequity was addressed

systemic barrier removed

trying to shift here

works for everyone

Question 7

Which community uses identity first language

Answer 7

autistic

Question 8

Neurodiversity-affirming language

Answer 8

ask what person prefers!

non-speaking

neuro-divergent

neuro-typical

allistic

autistic

difficulty

interests

Question 9

Language to avoid

Answer 9

nonverbal

disordered

normal

non-autistic

with ASD

problem behaviour

obsessions

Question 10

Pathology paradigm

Answer 10

power differences

compliance

assumption that there is a “right” way to function

deviance from neuronormity=deficit, disorder

colonist, neuronormative, capitalist standards

Question 11

Neurodiversity paradign

Answer 11

autonomy

what is functional or dysfunctional is self-defined

neuro-affirming

trauma assumed

multiple ways to function and exist

deviance from neuronormity is part of diversity

Question 12

Autism is
a) differences in brain style
b) set of deficits

Answer 12

a) differences in brain style

Question 13

Main differences in brain style (3)

Answer 13

1) language and communication
-clear, direct

2) sensory use and interests
-more sensitive
-experience world more intensely

3) social relationships and emotional responses
-easier to develop relationships with those like them
-emotions feel big

Question 14

T or F: A diagnosis is useful

Answer 14

TRUE

important to know what type of brain type you have so that you can find community

so you know your experiences aren’t weird

Question 15

T or F: A neurodivergent brain is a traumatized brain

Answer 15

TRUE

Question 16

T or F: Autistic people have common co-occuring conditions

Answer 16

TRUE

ADHD, learning disability, intellectual disability

Question 17

Neuro-affirming health care for autistic people

Answer 17

different options for communication

visuals**

provide clear, straightforward communication

sensory-friendly environment

allow for longer appointments

Question 18

Sensory-friendly environment

Answer 18

lamps

difference surfaces

encourage movement

different surfaces to sit on

fidgets

Question 19

T or F: Someone not making eye contact with you is cue for you to not make eye contact with them.

Answer 19

TRUE

Question 20

T or F: Sometimes pharmacological interventions are needed and no amount of prep will help.

Answer 20

TRUE

Question 21

Neurodiversity affirming principles

Answer 21

intersectionality

respecting autonomy

validating differences

presuming competence

reframing expectations

promoting self-advocacy

rejecting neuronormativity

prioritizing lived exerience

nurturing positive self-identity

adapting systems and environments

honouring all forms of communication