Neurodiversity and the two layers of cognition
The article discusses the concept of neurodiversity and how different cognitive processes can lead to the same outcomes. It highlights the challenges faced by autistic individuals when their internal methods do not align with societal expectations. The author shares personal experiences to illustrate the importance of recognizing and validating diverse cognitive approaches.
- ▪Different individuals have unique internal processes for solving problems, even if they arrive at the same answer.
- ▪Autistic individuals often experience a 'translation cost' in social interactions due to differing cognitive processes.
- ▪Late diagnosis of autism is common because the output may meet societal standards, masking the underlying challenges.
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