neurodivergent

American  

[noor-oh-di-vur-juhnt, dahy-, nyoor-] / ˌnʊər oʊ dɪˈvɜr dʒənt, daɪ-, ˌnyʊər- /

adjective

1. relating to or showing atypical neurological behavior and development, as in autism spectrum disorder or dyslexia. ND

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noun

1. a neurodivergent person.

Other Word Forms

• neurodivergence noun

Etymology

Origin of neurodivergent

First recorded in 2000–05; neuro- ( def. ) + divergent ( def. )

Example Sentences

Rachel Reid addressed this in an “Ask Me Anything” on Reddit, explaining that while she didn’t initially write Shane as neurodivergent, after her own experience parenting a neurodivergent child, she came to see him differently.

From Salon

"It allows neurodivergent people to unmask and be themselves," Ursie says.

From BBC

Many families contacted BBC Your Voice to express their frustration and to say that it would stop them from taking their neurodivergent children to the Merlin theme parks they loved.

From BBC

Bosses said they were committed to supporting neurodivergent guests and those with mental health needs, and were listening to feedback about the changes.

From BBC

The launch of the first autistic Barbie doll has been welcomed by campaigners as a step towards more "authentic, joyful" representation for neurodivergent children.

From BBC