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THE POWER OF NEURODIVERSITY

Thomas Armstrong

Unleashing the Advantages of Your Neurodivergent Brain

From ADHD and dyslexia to autism, the number of diagnosis categories listed by the American Psychiatric Association has tripled in the last fifty years. With so many people affected, it is time to revisit our perceptions of people with disabilities.

Bestselling author, psychologist, and educator Thomas Armstrong illuminates a new understanding of neuropsychological disorders. He argues that if they are a part of the natural diversity of the human brain, they cannot simply be defined as illnesses. Armstrong explores the evolutionary advantages, special skills, and other positive dimensions of these conditions, including: autism, ADHD, dyslexia, schizophrenia, anxiety, intellectual disabilities, and mood disorders. With an emphasis on positive niche construction for each area, The Power of Neurodiversity is a manifesto as well as a keen look at disability, as well as a must-read for parents, teachers, and anyone who is looking to learn more about neurodivergence. Thomas Armstrong, PhD, is an award-winning author and speaker and a leading expert on learning and human development. He lives in Northern California.

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Book Published 2025-07-29 by Balance

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In this engaging, accessible book, Armstrong offers a thoughtful consideration of cognitive diversity, and many practical suggestions for maximizing the potential of, and increasing respect for, those who are 'differently brained.'

This quietly spoken book is at its strongest when examining the ide- ology itself and outlining the arguments in its favor. It is sensible in examining how other cultures, past and present, have accepted forms of neurodiversity, and it is wise in its critique of the use of norma- tive standardizations to identify objectives in education and society in general.

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Armstrong uses neurodiversity to encompass a new way of thinking about a variety of disabilities...by focusing on their potential ben- efits, rather than their problems . . . useful and uplifting.

Armstrong argues that there is no 'normal' brain or 'normal' men- tal capability and that we are making a serious mistake in assuming that the kinds of differences we see in people with conditions like autism or dyslexia involve only deficits. People with these conditions also have strengths, he emphasizes, and by focusing on these, rather than on the 'labels,' we can find the modes of learning and living that can help them thrive.

The neurodiversity movement suggests that neurological differences should be recognized and respected as a social category akin to ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or disability. Thomas Armstrong's book The Power of Neurodiversity is a seminal work advocating this perspective.

An engaging and provocative look into the emerging societal conversation about neurological diversity. Our country has adapted to many new ideas over the last century; acceptance of the broad scope of neurodiversity represents the next step forward.