Clinical developmental neurodiversities are neurodevelopmental conditions related to atypical behaviors and communication patterns in several contexts. They are also considered to be health issues. Examples of these conditions are Tourette, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD). 

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- Developmental Applied 
- Developmental Clinical 
- Acquired Clinical Neurologic
- Acquired Clinical Psychiatric 


Types of Neurodiversity 

Goldberg, H. (2023). Unraveling neurodiversity: Insights from neuroscientific perspectives. Encyclopedia of Social Sciences, 3(3), 972-980. https://doi.org/10.3390.encyclopedia3030070. 

Unraveling Neurodiversity: Insights from Neuroscientific Perspectives

Developmental Applied Neurodiversities are neurodevelopmental conditions that have environmental and genetic components. These conditions can lead to individuals struggling in educational circumstances but does not impact their health. These conditions include learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. 

Types of Neurodiversity: Developmental Applied Neurodiversity

Types of Neurodiversity: Developmental Clinical Neurodiversity

Acquired neurologic neurodiversity refers to functional changes in the brain as a result of illness or injury to the nervous system. These types of conditions are considered to be health issues and include aphasia and amnesia. 

Types of Neurodiversity: Acquired Clinical Neurologic Neurodiversity

Acquired clinical psychiatric neurodiversity refers to various psychological disorders that affect mood, perception, and behavior. Such disorders include depression and schizophrenia. 

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