The neurodiversity paradigm views different brain functions as natural variations. It does not see these differences as defects. The goal is to support individuals, not to change them.
By Pawan Nayar · from the LLOS AI Learning record
The neurodiversity paradigm views different brain functions as natural variations.
It does not see these differences as defects. The goal is to support individuals, not to change them.
The neurodiversity paradigm changes how people think about brain differences. It moves away from trying to 'fix' a person. Instead, it focuses on supporting the person. This approach accepts that a person's brain works in its own way. It helps create ways for the person to succeed. It also celebrates their special strengths.
A teacher notices a student avoids eye contact. The teacher might think this is a social problem. Using the neurodiversity paradigm, the teacher considers another idea. The student might avoid eye contact to focus better. This helps the student listen without too much sensory input. The teacher then supports this different way of learning.
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The neurodiversity paradigm views different brain functions as natural variations. It does not see these differences as defects. The goal is to support individuals, not to change them.