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Welcome to MAD CHARLIE INC.
Illuminating Neurodiversity Culture!
Neurodiversity culture allows everyone in our community to reach their full potential and contribute to society in meaningful ways by focusing on our brain differences, not deficits. This more expansive view is empowering, uplifting, and inclusive. It will help to break down stereotypes and stigmas about mental health and neurological differences. By discovering and leveraging the unique strengths of every neurodistinct person, we are celebrating and accepting neurodiversity culture. Together, we can help to create a more inclusive world and a more powerful human experience for all.
At Mad Charlie Inc., we aim to bring individuals and families together to
Enhance awareness and acceptance
Develop equity
Build community
Diminish isolation and stigma
Increase support accessibility
We welcome you to join the Mad Charlie Inc. community!
What is Neurodiversity
The Neurotypical (NT), or dominant brain type describes individuals with typical neurological development or functioning. Neurodivergent/Neurodistinct (ND) brain types describe individuals differing in mental, cognitive, and neurological functions and/or development from what is considered typical or normal. Neurodiversity defines the range of differences in individual brain function and behavioral traits as part of normal variation in the human population. Neurodiversity is the full spectrum of diversity in the human brain and cognition; for instance in sociability, learning, attention, mood, and other mental functions. The overall structure of our communities are built specifically for neurotypical (NT) brain types. By celebrating and supporting neurodiversity we will begin to create stronger, more inclusive communities for everyone to thrive!
We use the term Neurodivergent because of it’s current popularity and recognition. It's important to note that the concept of neurodivergence is a relatively new one, and that different people may use the term in slightly different ways. There are other terms used to identify neurodivergence. Our favorite is Tim Goldstein’s Neurodistinct™. Ultimately, the goal of using these terms is to promote greater acceptance, inclusivity and understanding of neurological differences; to reduce stigma and increase equity of those living within the neurodivergent/neurodistinct experience.
