Neurodiversity Why Every Mind Matters
By Caroline Goldsmith ATC Ireland Psychology Published 2026 The human brain comes in a breathtaking variety of configurations. Just as we recognise and value biodiversity in the natural world, the concept of neurodiversity invites us to appreciate the natural variations in how human brains develop and function. Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and other neurodevelopmental differences are not deficits to be cured — they are part of the rich tapestry of human cognitive diversity. What Is Neurodiversity? The term neurodiversity was coined in the late 1990s by Australian sociologist Judy Singer. It refers to the idea that neurological differences are a…