What's in a Brain?
Famous Figures
Neurodivergent Life Hacks
Neurodivergent in Pop Culture
Other
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This term characterizes the variance in the set of all possible brains, none of which is ‘normal’ and all of which are simply different.
Neurodiverse
100
This famous scientist, known for his Theory of Relativity, is often speculated to have been autistic.
Who is Albert Einstein?
100
Many autistic and ADHD folks use these to fidget and focus.
What are stim toys?
100
This Pixar movie about emotions is often used to explain emotional regulation in neurodivergent kids.
What is Inside Out?
100
This neurodiverse condition, thought to be the most prevalent, affects approximately 10% of the adult population.
Dyslexia
200
This part of the brain is responsible for executive functioning and is often impacted in ADHD.
What is the prefrontal cortex?
200
Pablo Picasso was diagnosed with this disorder, that affects the development of reading, writing, and math skills.
What is Dyslexia?
200
This technique breaks big tasks into smaller ones to make them feel less overwhelming.
What is task chunking?
200
This Netflix series follows a teen on the autism spectrum as he navigates school and relationships.
What is atypical?
200
The word Autism comes from this Greek word meaning "self".
Autos
The word autism literally means "alone".
300
Neurodivergent people often have a stronger sensitivity to these—like sounds, textures, or smells.
What are sensory stimuli?
300
This female historical figure and mathematician is speculated to have had autism due to her incredible focus and social challenges.
Who is Ada Lovelace?
300
This practice of having someone be with you but not help you, helps many neurodivergent folks stay productive.
What is body doubling? (Would also accept mirroring)
300
This outspoken singer and actor, known for Camp Rock and Sorry Not Sorry, has publicly discussed living with ADHD and bipolar disorder.
Who is Demi Lovato?
300
Many individuals who are Neurodiverse have a favorite subject or area of great expertise that they love to learn and talk about, and may even collect things related to that subject. What are these called?
Special Interests (or a Hyperfixation)
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This is the neurotransmitter most associated with motivation and reward, especially relevant to ADHD.
What is dopamine?
400
This TikTok-viral chef with ADHD created “chaotic cooking” content.
Who is Babish? (AKA Andrew Rea)
400
This executive dysfunction aid involves assigning “XP” or points to tasks.
What is gamification?
400
This 2020 animated Disney short film shows representation of a non-verbal autistic young girl and a chatty boy who are partnered together at summer camp on a canoeing trip.
What is Loop?
400
This symbol represents neurodiversity and is often preferred by Autistic people over the puzzle piece.
What is a rainbow infinity symbol
500
This type of brain scan can sometimes show differences in how neurodivergent brains process information.
What is an fMRI?
500
This iconic Pokémon creator has autism and found solace in collecting insects as a child.
Who is Satoshi Tajiri?
500
This legally-protected right refers to modifications or adjustments in a workplace, educational institution, or other public or private environments that enable individuals with disabilities to perform their roles or participate equally.
What is an accommodation?
500
This comedian and actor has been an advocate for helping others further understand OCD and what it’s really like for those living with it.
Who is Howie Mandel?
500
This person coined the term "neurodiversity"?
Who is Judy Singer?