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Theoretical approaches to neurodivergence

Hi new here,
Just wanted to open a discussion to see if anyone knows (or has their own) theories of neurodivergence that they would like to share and discuss.
I am having that battle with my parents that I see many have, where my parents (most likely in denial of their own neurodivergence) and see mental health in general a 'fad'.
This motivates me to get scientific theory in order to back my case.
I am currently at university studying Psychology and for me, I find there just isn't satisfactory or accurate research that sufficiently answers the questions I have of my experience.
I have a diagnosis with ADHD, depression, anxiety and on the waitlist for suspected autism.
Additionally I am interested in anyone has thoughts on links to dissociative identity disorder (DID or OSDD), OCD and anxiety.
Okay slay, please respond someone it feels like I'm going a bit mad here
Just wanted to open a discussion to see if anyone knows (or has their own) theories of neurodivergence that they would like to share and discuss.
I am having that battle with my parents that I see many have, where my parents (most likely in denial of their own neurodivergence) and see mental health in general a 'fad'.
This motivates me to get scientific theory in order to back my case.
I am currently at university studying Psychology and for me, I find there just isn't satisfactory or accurate research that sufficiently answers the questions I have of my experience.
I have a diagnosis with ADHD, depression, anxiety and on the waitlist for suspected autism.
Additionally I am interested in anyone has thoughts on links to dissociative identity disorder (DID or OSDD), OCD and anxiety.
Okay slay, please respond someone it feels like I'm going a bit mad here
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Amy22
IIRC i've heard that some traits of autism are comorbid with that of OCD, meaning a lot of autistic people (namely AFAB people) are misdiagnosed with OCD . But that is from the grapevine, from a friend who studies psychology ... If I find a study on it I will be sure to send it to you !