Campus Library - Dictionary

The process of translating written text into spoken language, which is often difficult for individuals with dyslexia and other reading difficulties.

A therapeutic technique used to promote relaxation and calmness through applied pressure, beneficial for individuals with sensory processing disorders.

The ability to resist immediate rewards in favor of larger, delayed rewards, which can be particularly challenging for individuals with ADHD.

A psychiatric condition involving the presence of one or more delusions, or false beliefs, that persist despite evidence to the contrary.

A dissociative phenomenon where individuals feel detached from their own thoughts, feelings, or sense of identity, commonly associated with anxiety and trauma.

A dissociative symptom where individuals feel a sense of detachment from their surroundings, perceiving the world as unreal or distorted, which can occur in various neurodivergent conditions.

A psychological state where individuals feel disconnected from their thoughts, feelings, or surroundings; this term can be related to experiences of depersonalization or derealization seen in certain neurodivergent individuals.

A motor skills disorder that affects physical coordination, leading to difficulties with everyday tasks that require fine and gross motor skills.

A significant lag in a child's physical, cognitive, behavioral, or emotional development compared to typical developmental milestones.

The process of identifying a disease or condition based on a set of criteria, often involving assessments, interviews, and standardized tests for neurodivergent conditions.

A therapeutic approach that encourages open communication and discussion, fostering understanding of thoughts and feelings, often used in therapy for neurodivergent individuals.

A perspective in understanding mental health that views conditions as existing on a continuum rather than as discrete categories, which can apply to neurodivergent conditions in understanding their varying manifestations.

A disruption of normal physical or mental functioning, often used in clinical settings to describe a range of mental health and developmental conditions.

A characteristic often associated with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions, marked by difficulties in organizing thoughts, tasks, and physical spaces, leading to chaos or inefficiency.

A common experience for individuals with ADHD, where external stimuli or unrelated thoughts impede focus and attention.

The preferred way an individual absorbs, processes, and retains information, often distinguished as auditory, visual, or kinesthetic, which can influence educational and therapeutic approaches.

A neurotransmitter associated with the brain's reward system, motivation, attention, and coordination, often studied in the context of ADHD and other mental health conditions.

A condition characterized by disrupted dopamine regulation in the brain, leading to behavioral and emotional challenges such as impulsivity and mood instability.

The network in the brain that produces and regulates dopamine, crucial for motivation and reward pathways, often explored in the context of ADHD and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

The co-occurrence of a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder, which can complicate the treatment of neurodivergent individuals.

A learning disability that impairs the ability to understand and perform mathematical calculations, often leading to difficulties with number sense and math concepts.

Impaired or abnormal functioning of a system or part of the body; in neurodivergent contexts, this can refer to cognitive, emotional, or behavioral aspects that do not operate within typical ranges.

A specific learning disability affecting writing abilities, characterized by problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing thoughts in writing.

A learning disability affecting reading skills, characterized by difficulties in phonological processing, word decoding, and reading fluency.

A state of unease or generalized dissatisfaction, often experienced by individuals struggling with mental health issues or gender dysphoria.

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulties with sleep initiation, maintenance, or quality, which can be associated with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions.

A chronic form of depression characterized by a low mood lasting for at least two years, affecting daily functioning and often co-occurring with other neurodivergent conditions.

A movement disorder characterized by sustained muscle contractions and irregular postures, which may be associated with certain neurodevelopmental disorders.