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Does Neurodiversity Include Mental Illness? The Autism‑Depression Enigma
Neurodiversity does encompass mental illness insofar as many neurodevelopmental conditions co-occur with diagnosable psychiatric disorders, meaning the two realms often overlap. Look, the science shows shared brain circuits and genetic risk factors that blur the old line between "neurodivergent" and "mental illness". Medical Disclaimer: This article