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AI and Neurodivergence: The Unexpected Accessibility Tool We Can’t Ignore Examining
AuDHD, Autism, Neurodiversity, ADHD, Diagnosis, Self-Identification, Sensory Sensitivities, Sensory Tools, Higher Education, Family, Work, Home, Community, Politics, Communication, Ableism, Mental Health, Women, Joy, Hyperfocus, Burnout, Climate, Specia lnterests, LGBTQIA+ Bridgette Hamstead AuDHD, Autism, Neurodiversity, ADHD, Diagnosis, Self-Identification, Sensory Sensitivities, Sensory Tools, Higher Education, Family, Work, Home, Community, Politics, Communication, Ableism, Mental Health, Women, Joy, Hyperfocus, Burnout, Climate, Specia lnterests, LGBTQIA+ Bridgette Hamstead

AI and Neurodivergence: The Unexpected Accessibility Tool We Can’t Ignore Examining

Artificial intelligence is becoming a powerful accessibility tool for neurodivergent individuals, offering support in executive functioning, communication, workplace inclusion, and daily life. AI-powered tools help with organization, speech-to-text, sensory regulation, and social interaction, making tasks more manageable for those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, and other forms of neurodivergence. However, AI also presents risks when designed without neurodivergent input, reinforcing biases or creating new barriers, making it crucial to advocate for ethical, inclusive AI development that prioritizes accessibility and user autonomy.

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