Neurodivergence is an umbrella term that essentially describes when a person's brain develops or functions differently from what would usually be considered "normal." Some examples include:
Autism/Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Largely genetic; characterized by differences in communication style, behavior, and even sensitivities to certain types of sensory information (for example, lights or certain sounds). Autism is called "Autism Spectrum Disorder" because it has different effects from person to person.Â