The term “neurodiversity” (or “neurodivergent”) pops up everywhere these days! And, within the disability world, we interact with so many labels to describe people, oftentimes medical terminology and diagnoses. But, what happens when a label comes from lived experience and community opinion, rather than the medical system?
Brian Be, the Self-Advocacy Coordinator at JFK Partners (CU Anschutz), is also an artist and advocate across many spaces. His own journey through the disability world has led him to an in-depth perspective on neurodiversity and the uses of language. Jump into the episode to learn more!
Discussed in this episode
- Intro to the terminology
- Medical terminology and diagnoses
- Strengths from neurodiversity
- Balancing the need for support and elevating strengths
Learn more by watching a vodcast (video) or listening to podcast (audio) episode 97.
Brian Be: Self Advocacy Coordinator at JFK Partners (CU Anschutz)
Timestamps:
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- 01:30 – About Brian
- 03:15 – Intro to neurodiversity
- 04:45 – Neurodiversity vs medical terminology
- 07:45 – Strengths from being neurodivergent
- 10:15 – Misconceptions
- 14:35 – Inclusion through flexibility
- 17:15 – “What’s strong with you” vs “What’s wrong with you”
- 22:00 – Final thoughts
References this episode and additional resources:
– 07:45 – learn more about Temple and strength-based leadership education
– Visit Phamaly Theatre’s website for Brian’s upcoming work in “Tiny Beautiful Things”
– Challenges & Assets in Neurodivergent People
This work is made possible through support from arc Thrift Stores, Developmental Pathways, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Howdy Ice Cream, Special Olympics Colorado, and The Arc of Aurora
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