Mayim Bialik's Breakdown 20 Signs You Might Be Neurodivergent. The Danger of Online Self-Diagnosis and How Better Understanding Our Brains Can Improve Our Lives.
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Nov 21, 2025 Dive into the intriguing world of neurodivergence where Mayim and Jonathan explore the traits that define it. They discuss the potential superpowers of neurodivergent minds, such as creativity and heightened empathy. The pitfalls of online self-diagnosis are highlighted, along with tips for combating social anxiety and supporting neurodivergent children. Discover the impact of social media on awareness and validation, and hear about the fascinating complexities of brain chemistry and coping strategies. It's an insightful journey into understanding diverse minds!
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Neurodivergence Is A Wide Umbrella
- Neurodivergence labels a broad set of brain differences affecting 15–20% of people and many life domains.
- The term comforts people by explaining intense experiences and diverse ways of processing the world.
The Umbrella Covers Very Different Conditions
- Neurodivergence includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, sensory processing issues, intellectual disabilities, and more.
- The umbrella is intentionally broad but clinically imprecise, so specificity matters for support.
A Quiz Mislabelled Tourette's
- Mayim took an online neurodivergence quiz that incorrectly suggested Tourette's, showing imprecision of internet tests.
- Jonathan guessed why: she struggles to suppress things she wants to say, exposing limitations of self-tests.