Neurodiversity in design

Topics such as ADHD and dyslexia have gained worldwide attention in recent years, at least since the COVID pandemic. The term “ADHD” has been searched for 16 billion times - on TikTok alone.

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Design in the spectrum - a range of possibilities

Bringing the experiences of neurodivergent people into the public eye helps to create awareness of them and can also help to find a community to share their experiences with.

Given that it is estimated that around 20% of humanity is neurodivergent, creating inclusive experiences should become standard practice. No one should feel excluded because they process information differently to others.

What is neurodiversity?

Neurodiversity describes the natural variation in our brains. It challenges the common perception that deviant neurological conditions are disorders and instead recognizes them as an enriching aspect of the human being.

Neurodiversity includes ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia, high sensitivity and other manifestations.

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What is neuro-inclusive design and what are the reasons for using it?

Neuroinclusive design describes a human-centered approach to the design of products and services. It takes into account different neurological profiles and provides choices for different needs. It recognizes that people with different neurological profiles perceive stimuli differently. This influences the way they interact with and process information.

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