In Divergent Mind: Thriving in a World That Wasn’t Designed for You, Jenara Nerenberg explores the experiences of neurodivergent women who often go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to prevailing stereotypes. Many women with autism and ADHD have spent their lives masking their traits to conform to societal expectations, leading to exhaustion, self-doubt, and an internalised sense of inadequacy. Nerenberg dismantles these misconceptions, highlighting how traditional diagnostic models have largely been based on male presentations, resulting in generations of women being overlooked.
Blending scientific research with personal narratives, Divergent Mind delves into the lived realities of neurodivergent women—examining sensory sensitivities, executive dysfunction, emotional intensity, and the challenges of social navigation. The book also provides actionable strategies for self-acceptance, self-advocacy, and creating environments that support neurodivergent needs.
Published in March 2020, this empowering book challenges outdated perspectives on autism and ADHD, encouraging women to embrace their strengths rather than view their differences as deficiencies. It serves as both an insightful guide and a call to action for better recognition, support, and appreciation of neurodivergent women in all areas of life, from education and workplaces to healthcare and personal relationships.
This book is available on Amazon.
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