Embracing Neurodivergence
A Personal Journey
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15173/cjae.v5i1.5964Keywords:
Neurodivergence, autism, self discovery, authenticity, societal expectations, individuality, self-love, resilience, community, empathyAbstract
Growing up, the awareness of my neurodivergent identity was a gradual revelation, marked by moments of confusion and confrontation with societal expectations. Initially blissful in my ignorance, I became aware of my differences when I overheard my parents discussing my behavior as peculiar.
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