neurodiversity includes mental illness

Dr Etain Quigley co-authors edited volume ‘Neurodiversity and Mental Health: 5 Myths vs Facts Rebutting Mental Health Neurodi

neurodiversity includes mental illness

5 Myths vs Facts Rebutting Mental Health Neurodiversity

Surprising scoping study shows only a 12% overlap between neurodiversity conditions and formal psychiatric diagnoses, debunking the casual conflation in the field. Neurodiversity does include mental illness, but the overlap is limited, meaning many neurodivergent individuals experience mental health challenges distinct from classic diagnostic categories. Medical Disclaimer: This article is