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If You Have A Neurodivergent Brain, You Might Find These 66 Memes Hilariously Relatable (New Pics)
Everyone is unique. You might see the world in a completely different way from your family members or peers, and that’s beautiful. But sometimes, that can come along with a diagnosis. If you happen to be neurodivergent, you are likely no stranger to standing out. But your differences deserve to be celebrated, and we’ve got a hilarious list below that might make you feel seen.
We visited “Neurodivergent Memes, Jokes, Hacks & Blogs” on Facebook and compiled a list of their best posts below. From hilarious memes about having ADHD to silly posts about the experience of being autistic, all forms of neurodivergence are welcome here. Enjoy scrolling through, and be sure to upvote the pics that you find extremely relatable!
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Roman Arendt 34 minutes ago (edited)
I'm no expert on this in any way, so this is a genuine question: This sounds more like an affective disorder than neurodivergency to me. I know there often are comorbidities, but these symptoms for themselves would be the former? Or is neurodivergency now considered to be a hypernym/umbrella term for any kind of mental and/or neurologic "disorder" or deviation from the norm (in the English speaking parts of the world)?
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Beak Hookage 7 minutes ago
And this is why I could be eating a delicious bacon roll right now but instead am sitting here being hungry while I try to find the headspace to get up, open the packet of bacon, cut up the bacon, fry the bacon, cut the roll, put bacon on roll, add the sauce...
The term “neurodivergent” is quite broad, so first, let’s break down exactly who falls under this umbrella. HelpGuide explains that the term was coined in 1997 by Australian sociologist Judy Singer, and it refers to a person whose brain functions and processes are different from what society often considers “typical.”
A neurodivergent person might have speech patterns, communication styles, or sensory experiences that don’t match their peers. And they often feel a need to try to “mask” around others to fit in. But it’s important to note that there is nothing negative about being neurodivergent. It sometimes presents challenges, but it is absolutely nothing to be ashamed of or to try to hide.
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It’s estimated that between 15% and 20% of the population is neurodivergent, as there are many ways to have a unique brain. Some of the most common forms of neurodivergence include autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia and other learning disabilities, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and sensory processing disorders.
HelpGuide also points out that the definition of neurodivergence may continue to expand over time, as the term is still relatively new. It’s also not uncommon for neurodivergent individuals to have overlapping conditions, such as autism and ADHD, or AuDHD. Sometimes people also have neurodiverse conditions alongside other mental health issues, such as anxiety or mood disorders.
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Alisha Brun 27 minutes ago
Okay I think this is actually normal. Only people that rehearse lines can do both.
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We hope that this list celebrates neurodiversity, but we would be remiss if we didn’t point out some of the challenges that neurodivergent individuals often face. This doesn’t mean that there's anything they’re incapable of doing. But it’s important to recognize their struggles, so we can make accommodations and make their lives a bit easier when possible.
First, HelpGuide explains the social challenges. It’s common for neurodivergent individuals to feel lonely, isolated, or anxious in social situations because they may have a harder time reading social cues or behaving in the way that society expects.
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Some neurodivergent individuals also face educational challenges. People with dyslexia, for example, may need much more time than their peers to read texts or write essays. Meanwhile, students with ADHD may have an extremely difficult time focusing during lessons.
These struggles can carry into adulthood as well, as some may have a hard time staying on task in the workplace. Being neurodivergent can even make it harder to land a job, as candidates are typically expected to act in very narrow ways during job interviews.
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Beady El 35 minutes ago
A (valid) excuse is a reason that both explains and justifies something. If someone calls your reason a “poor excuse” it means they don’t feel your reason can justify the action being discussed. When someone interrupts saying “I don’t want your excuses” it’s accusatory and shows that person feels entitled to judge your actions.
On the flip side, there are certainly benefits to being neurodivergent that neurotypical individuals will never understand or get to experience. First of all, many neurodivergent people are extremely creative because they have a gift of thinking outside the box. In fact, many of the most brilliant minds in history were thought to be neurodivergent, including Albert Einstein, Sir Isaac Newton, and Nikola Tesla. Many incredible artists are neurodivergent as well, such as Sir Anthony Hopkins, David Byrne, and Tim Burton.
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StrangeOne 26 minutes ago
Daydreaming was more fun as a kid. As an adult, if I'm daydreaming for even an hour I feel guilt and anxiety that I wasted an hour of my day that I could have done something more and that is also an hour closer to having to get up for work. I cannot think about "There's always tomorrow. Tomorrow you'll have time." What if I don't. I have work,. Work takes up a lot time.
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Another strength of being neurodivergent is that these individuals are often amazing at absorbing information. If you ask an autistic person about their special interests, they will be able to tell you an encyclopedia’s worth of facts about whatever they’re passionate about. It’s amazing to see how much they care about what they love, and it’s inspiring and impressive to witness their thirst for knowledge and understanding.
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Gracie Jay 15 minutes ago
Exactly, if effects absolutely everything. There is no separating what is an autism symptom and what’s not. Everything is a symptom. It’s like an operating system. It’s like autism is android and neurotypical is Apple.
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StrangeOne 25 minutes ago
I'm always changing plans on my own. I cannot tolerate it when someone else wants to change my plans on me.
Something else that we could all learn from neurodivergent individuals is their ability to question how things are currently done. Often, the explanation for why we do things is simply “because that’s how it’s always been done.” But when someone provides a fresh perspective and points out that things could be better, we should take their advice! Their unique way of seeing and experiencing the world is something that we can all learn from and benefit from.
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Gracie Jay 36 minutes ago
I understand this is saying that correcting a password in this way must be weird. But I’m not sure why? Is it because they were supposed to erase the whole thing and retype it?
Is this list making you feel seen, pandas? Whether you’re neurodivergent or not, we hope that these posts will either make you feel understood or help you understand your loved ones who have unique brains. Keep upvoting the pics you find most amusing, and if you’re interested in checking out Bored Panda’s last article on the same topic, look no further than right here!
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Lukas (alt) 27 minutes ago
I always was able to focus more when I'm drawing or doodling in class.
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Elladine DesIsles 1 hour ago
Through high school at least, odds are I did. In university things got a bit more challenging. Luckily, I hyperfixate on research; finding the perfect citation or quote to support my thesis, or a strand of information I've been seeking that allows everything to fall into place? That is some premium dopamine! The actual writing, though, still invariably got done in the last 24 hours before the deadline.
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Gracie Jay 9 minutes ago
Lol, heck yea!! She should’ve seen that coming:) I’d have done the same:)
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StrangeOne 4 minutes ago
I started laundry. I had just remembered the laundry in the wash about 5 minutes after machine stopped. I put the laundry in the dryer. Went to colour, while watching The Simpsons and chatting with my daughter. I think I was on my phone for a bit, too. I remembered the laundry half an hour or so, or 3 episodes, after the machine stopped. At least no one else on my floor was doing laundry this time. Usually I make sure I'm on top of the time. I even heard the notification but I forgot what notification it was for. I started streaming a game while waiting for the oven to heat up for supper. My daughter got the chicken in the oven and prepped everything. I stopped playing with the stream still running to go eat. After supper, we're still watching TV and have dessert. My daughter asks if I'm still streaming. "Oh, yeah. I am lol" At least no one really watches. So no biggie. I don't like half finishing tasks, though. I just get back to what I started after derailing.
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UnclePanda 50 minutes ago
"... and then some dullard named them Type I and Type II error, ensuring nobody would ever be able to keep them straight." ~ Collegiate statistics textbook, circa 1985
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Elladine DesIsles 1 hour ago
I loathe a pain scale. Yes, I have questions. I may not ask them aloud, but I certainly run through them over and over as I try to process an ambiguously numerical answer that effectively communicates my intangible state of being.
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Alisha Brun 16 minutes ago
However as someone with ADHD and epilepsy I am able to break several bones, burn the neighbors house down and forget where I left my phone. If I can't call 911 it's not my fault.
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Laszlo Larthlanc 50 minutes ago
What is it called when a young person goes to bed one night with a mind they recognize, and wakes up with an entirely different mind that is strange to them? As it was put to me, "I went to bed with a mind, and woke up without one." They are aware that this occurred, but have never been able to get back to where they were. Why would this happen to a person so young, and what could be the cause? Is this neurodivergence?
Lukas (alt) 36 minutes ago
I can remember before my ADHD got really bad. I can remember a time before thinking felt like my brain was wrapped in cobwebs. It s***s, really bad. It's scary at times, not being able to remember things I should easily be able to remember.
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Kerry Borthwick 54 minutes ago
As dyspraxia is on spectrum am I classed as neuro divergent and I find that word so annoying as it still puts me in a labelled box
Laszlo Larthlanc 50 minutes ago
What is it called when a young person goes to bed one night with a mind they recognize, and wakes up with an entirely different mind that is strange to them? As it was put to me, "I went to bed with a mind, and woke up without one." They are aware that this occurred, but have never been able to get back to where they were. Why would this happen to a person so young, and what could be the cause? Is this neurodivergence?
Lukas (alt) 36 minutes ago
I can remember before my ADHD got really bad. I can remember a time before thinking felt like my brain was wrapped in cobwebs. It s***s, really bad. It's scary at times, not being able to remember things I should easily be able to remember.
Load More Replies... Kerry Borthwick 54 minutes ago
As dyspraxia is on spectrum am I classed as neuro divergent and I find that word so annoying as it still puts me in a labelled box
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