Neurodivergence
Did you ever get the feeling that the world was a tuxedo and you were a pair of brown shoes?
- George Gobel
Neurodivergence consists of Autism, ADHD (Distractible type, Hyperactive type, Combined type, and Unspecified type), Tourette’s, and Dyslexia. Autism and ADHD seem highly misunderstood, and Autism also seems grossly underdiagnosed.
From a Reddit autism post: “Increased empathy. Steadfastness and integrity: Willingness to do the right thing when nobody is looking, and stand up for what’s right when nobody else will. Honesty. Creativity and outside-the-box solutions. Recognizing patterns: In numbers, in language, in shapes, in behaviors, and in other experiences. Ability to read threats in the behavior and body language of a dangerous narcissist whom everyone else loves and/or appeases. Acceptance of others. Persistence in tasks. Loyalty, and highly valuing each friendship. Noticing details that others don’t. Willingness to say what needs to be said, rather than ignore “the elephant in the room”. A strong sense of justice.”
Adults ADHD:
- https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/adhd-adults
- https://www.healthline.com/health/adhd/adult-adhd#emotional-problems
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adult-adhd/symptoms-causes/syc-20350878
- ADHD Test #1: ADHD Test – Mental Health America (mhanational.org)
- ADHD Test #2: 10852_elto_question_fhp2.PDF (add.org)
- ADHD Test #3: ADHD Test for Adults: Adult Symptom Assessment, Scientific Results (additudemag.com)
ADHD Symptoms from the DSM-5:
- Makes careless mistakes or fails to pay close attention to details in schoolwork, at work, or elsewhere
- Has trouble keeping attention on tasks or activities
- Does not seem to listen when addressed directly
- Does not follow instructions completely and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or tasks at work by losing focus or becoming distracted
- Struggles organizing tasks and activities
- Dislikes, avoids, or is reluctant to begin tasks that require mental effort over a long period, like a school project or homework
- Loses important things such as school supplies, wallet, keys, or paperwork
- Is easily distracted
- Is often forgetful in daily activities
Symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity include:
- Fidgets or squirms in their seat
- Leaves seat in situations when they're expected to remain seated
- Feels restless (or, for children, runs around or climbs) when not appropriate
- Is unable to play quietly
- Is often restless and "on the go"
- Talks excessively
- Blurts out an answer before someone has finished asking a question
- Has trouble waiting their turn
- Interrupts or intrudes into conversations or games
Additionally, the healthcare provider will also need to confirm the following for these symptoms for an official ADHD diagnosis.
- Several of these symptoms were present before age 12.
- They're present in two or more settings (such as school, work, or social life).
- They interfere with or reduce the ability to function in life.
- Another health condition does not better explain them.
Being an Empath
Did you ever get the feeling that the world was a tuxedo and you were a pair of brown shoes?
- George Gobel


