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Infographic titled “Neurodiversity Paradigm.” It contrasts “Neurodiversity-Lite” on the left with “Neurodiversity-Affirming” on the right. Neurodiversity-Lite: • Language without action • Treating neurodivergent traits as deficits to be fixed • Behavior as good/bad • Pressure to fit in and conform to neuronormative ideals • Harmful Neurodiversity-Affirming: • Authentic support and inclusion • Valuing neurodivergent traits as differences • Validating different ways of communicating and regulating • Acceptance, belonging, and embracing authentic identity At the bottom is a rainbow infinity symbol and a circular logo reading “Autistic Realms – Neurodiversity Affirming.”

Neurodiversity-Lite

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Neurodiversity-lite versus neurodiversity-affirming: why language without action can cause harm.

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Downloadable image of neurodiversity paradigm image highlighting the harm of neurodiversity lite. Image created on Canva

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