what is the difference between neurodivergence and mental health disorders?
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Neurodivergence covers a wider range of mental ‘issues’ than mental health disorders would cover. For example, if someone is _DIAGNOSED_ with ADHD that person could be considered neurodivergent as their brain doesn’t produce specific chemicals (dopamine) than a ‘normal’ person’s brain would.
A mental health disorder implies mental illness, such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or depression.
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