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Coalition of Neurodivergent Youth 

What Is Neurodiversity?

Neurodiversity refers to groups of individual who experience the world different/in a diverse way from "neurotypical peoples". This experience differs by how individuals communicate, identify and perceive the world, and information around them. 

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While this term is often associated with ASD, its important to note that it is an umbrella term for many different Clinical disorders, and health experiences. These experiences are extremely unique to each individual. 

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Learn More: https://dceg.cancer.gov/about/diversity-inclusion/inclusivity-minute/2022/neurodiversity 

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https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/infographic-autism-spectrum-disorder-highlights-canadian-survey-disability.html

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