Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whether scrolling on your phone or chatting with other parents in the playground, you’ve probably heard the words ‘neurotypical’ ...

An increasing number of people are identifying as "neurodivergent," which is a term used to describe individuals with differences in how their brains work. Everyone and every brain is unique, but some ...

Neurotypical people adjust easily to changes in routine or environment. There is no formal test to determine if someone is neurotypical. Being neurotypical often has advantages in society designed for ...

What does it mean to be autistic? In theory, one would presume the people most qualified to answer that question are those who are autistic. In practice, however, those who are on the spectrum — like ...

In my late twenties, I found out I am autistic. Suddenly, things started to make sense. From failing ninth grade, to chronic unemployment, and social isolation, I realized my disorder was causing ...

Whether scrolling on your phone or chatting with other parents in the playground, you've probably heard the words 'neurotypical' and 'neurodivergent' thrown around lately. But what do these terms mean ...