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The Evolutionary Price of Intelligence?
A New Study Links Human-Specific Brain Evolution to the Rise of Autistic Traits Published April 2025 | Center for Adaptive Stress (Blog) ✴ Summary A groundbreaking study by Starr & Fraser (2025), published in Nature, has illuminated a powerful new insight into how our brains evolved — and how that evolution may have helped shape the rise… Continue reading
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Article Review: Challenging the Linear Logic in ADHD and Autism Discourse
The recent Guardian article “The truth about ADHD and autism: how many people have it, what causes it, and why are diagnoses soaring? presents a detailed examination of the rising prevalence and diagnostic trends of these profiles. While the facts presented are accurate and informative, the article is still entrenched in a dichotomous framework that… Continue reading
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Universal Design for Cooperative Neurodiversity: The Fan Analogy
The Fan Analogy: Illustrating the Need for Inclusivity in Cognitive Environments Summary: The ‘Fan Analogy’ serves as a compelling narrative to underscore the heterogeneity of neurocognitive experiences and the necessity for inclusive strategies within environments that cater to diverse neurotypes. This analogy provides a tangible understanding of the principles of Universal Design and the challenges… Continue reading
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How Ed Yong’s Public Health Revolution Aligns With Neurodiversity Advocacy
Ed Yong, a prominent science writer who has long been contributing to The Atlantic, recently made headlines with his powerful critique of the American public health sector. In his piece, “How Public Health Took Part in Its Own Downfall,” Yong doesn’t shy away from holding a mirror up to the field, revealing an uncomfortable truth… Continue reading
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