neurodiversity
[ noor-oh-di-vur-si-tee, -dahy-, nyoor- ]
/ ˌnʊər oʊ dɪˈvɜr sɪ ti, -daɪ-, ˌnyʊər- /
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noun
the variation and differences in neurological structure and function that exist among human beings, especially when viewed as being normal and natural rather than pathological: recognizing autism as an example of neurodiversity.
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“Focusing on how we cater to all forms of neurodiversity in the business is a core part of our office planning for a return to work,” she said.