NeuroDIVERSE

Observations from neuroDIVERSE perspectives. Handled by a #latedx, #neuroAtypical, #neurodivergent, #2e PhD in neuro. Advocating 4 voice, awareness & acceptance

[NeuroDIVERSE @Neurodiversify]

The brain is complex & no 2 are alike… Paradoxically, patterns emerge when comparing 1000s
Yet doing so forces exclusion

At the heart of omission: avoidance, ignorance, bias, presumption, pain, loneliness

Here, #neurodiverse perspectives are amplified, heard, shared, supported

[J͟a͟son @jayhood73]

My son doesn’t understand the concept of time at all.

All he understands is, waking up and going to bed.

Time means nothing to him, absolutely nothing.

This is one of the many reasons he doesn’t like waiting on anyone or anything.

It’s his schedule or no schedule.

#Autism

[Alon Zivony 🏳️‍🌈 @AlonZivony]

As you may have seen, I'm going to present in this symposium about the usefulness of the concept of attention. Do you mind if I flush-out some of my argument? I want to make sure that it makes sense and easy to follow, so feel free to poke holes.
Here goes:

[Autism-101 @Autism1o1]

I have trouble understanding and identifying my own emotions. Alexithymia is common amongst autistic people.

I will often display an emotion that I see others doing in order to “pass”.

image: @21andsensory
https://t.co/xSGuBlk5G6

#ActuallyAutistic #Alexithymia #AuDHD

[No Nonsense Neurodivergent @NoNonsenseND]

My autistic ass needs you to be specific! Was just paying for take out and the person asked "would you like a receipt?"

Me: "Sure, why not"

Them: "OK it will be a few minutes"

Me: "Oh, well don't worry about it then 🙂"

Them: "🤔 The pizza isn't ready yet, just another few minutes please"

Me: "😮 Oh THE PIZZA will take a few minutes. I thought you meant THE RECEIPT 😂"

Them: "No sir, the receipt is quick"

🤣

[NeuroDIVERSE @Neurodiversify]

@TSKAdventures @KristenBott I’m working on a similar list myself! I’d love to share lists/resources if amenable!

[NeuroDIVERSE @Neurodiversify]

The academic in me is giddy. The ND in me is (at least a tad more) validated.

Keep doing what you do @KristenBott !!

[No Nonsense Neurodivergent @NoNonsenseND]

I'm not yelling, I'm just autistic

[Structured Success @StructuredSucc]

Just because people with ADHD get stuck in decision paralysis doesn't mean that they don't also struggle with impulsivity.

These are two different systems that can each go awry independently in the same person at the same time. And many ADHD'ers struggle with both

[No Nonsense Neurodivergent @NoNonsenseND]

If you could, what would you tell your younger neurodivergent self?

[No Nonsense Neurodivergent @NoNonsenseND]

For neurodivergent/autistic performers, public speakers, etc:

Do you have stage fright, anxiety, or nervousness in public performances?

[No Nonsense Neurodivergent @NoNonsenseND]

If autistics can learn to mask, then allistics can learn direct communication

[Autism-101 @Autism1o1]

Do you feel as autistics we are faced with a no win scenario in regards to telling others?

#AskingAutistics #ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD

[Autism-101 @Autism1o1]

Do you ever find yourself oversharing with complete strangers in social settings?

#AskingAutistics #ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD

[ᴇʟɪɴ ᴗ̈ @autistic_dutske]

#ActualyAutistic are you open about your Autism? Why (not)? #AskingAutistics

[SEND Warrior Mum making a difference! @martinimarie]

Wise words from Chris Bonello! If only everyone understood and thought like this!! ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ #Autism #Autistic #DifferentNotLess

[🌟Cheshire Cat ᓚᘏᗢ, @autismsupsoc]

Random and Foolhearty Experiment Poorly Conceived and Fools Rush In Where Angels Fear to Tread, No promises No demands

If you are Autistic and looking for companionship with another Autist … here is a tweet you can interact with … maybe you will find who you are looking for

[NeuroDIVERSE @Neurodiversify]

And AuDHD folx are consistently told they’re overthinking things…. And I wonder what that even means.

[No Nonsense Neurodivergent @NoNonsenseND]

When they say "autistic people don't pretend play" yet you get so absorbed into an RPG video game that you forget what reality is

[Fuck Musk @AutisticGothic]

What are things that happen with untreated/unsupported ADHD? I hear there are lots of struggles, some that overlap with mental illnesses. I'm trying to learn more about the long-term implications of my own ADHD, treated only briefly (& unsuccessfully) w/ Ritalin in my teens.