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"Neurotypical" Is a Harmful Myth — Here’s How We Break Free
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"Neurotypical" Is a Harmful Myth — Here’s How We Break Free

Embracing Neurocomplexity in a Metamodern Age to Dismantle Outdated Labels and Unlock True Understanding

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Lindsey Mackereth
Jun 18, 2025
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The term neurotypical is not just inaccurate — it’s damaging. It reinforces a false binary between “normal” and “other,” stripping away the richness of human neurology and forcing people into rigid, harmful molds. This binary fuels masking, burnout, and shame — especially among autistic, ADHD, and otherwise neurodivergent individuals.

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