Neurodiversity affirming care...
Neuro
(brain)
Diversity
(being made up of different elements)
Affirming
(value, respect, honour)
- Validates neurological differences (eg. Autism, ADHD, AuDHD) rather than viewing them as 'deficits' or 'disorders' that need to be fixed.
- Recognises and supports the diverse ways in which people's brains function and contribute to the world
- Prioritises lived experience
- Presumes competence
- Nurtures positive self-identity
- Honours all forms of communication
- Adapts the therapeutic environment to accommodate sensory, communication, cognitive and social needs
- Promotes self advocacy
- Respects Autonomy
- Challenges neurotypical standards
All neurotypes are valid and needed for the world to function well.
I recognise the Giabal and Jarowar people as traditional owners of the country where I live and work. I recognise and celebrate the diversity of Indigenous people and their enduring cultures and connections to the land and waters of Australia. I acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded; always was, always will be Aboriginal land.
I also acknowledge people with lived experience of neurodivergence, LGBTQI+, mental ill-health, disability, and minority groups and the experience of people who have been carers, families, or supporters.
