[Large text: "Want to be part of a group blog on how to write neurodivergent characters?"]
I've found Tumblr blogs on writing physically disabled and POC characters, but nothing specifically for neurodivergence.
Maybe there is something I just haven't found yet, but even if so, I think the most resources the better.
So, hi! I'm Amethyst — amateur writer and neurodivergent, and now looking for people to help me out with this project.
I could try this on my own, but I would rather have other neurodivergents with me (especially with different conditions from mine)
Does anyone want to help me make a change?
Quick reminder: regardless of what condition you have, you are allowed to have your own experiences.
You don't have to be like everyone stereotypes people with your condition to be and MUCH LESS be the exact opposite of said stereotypes.
Never feel like you're giving your community a "bad image" just by experiencing things.
It will never be your fault if some ableist asshole uses you to "prove" they were right about your condition.
Adding to this so we can make it relatable for more neurodivergents:
Lack of/little empathy doesn't imply lack of sympathy.
Delusions aren't just strong beliefs.
Psychosis is more dangerous for those who experience it than to the ones around them.
Compulsions aren't just habits.
Hallucinations aren't exclusively auditory or visual.
Maladaptive daydreaming is an important coping mechanism.
Slow learners aren't dumb.
Intrusive thoughts don't make anyone a bad person.
"Narcissitic abuse" and "borderline abuse" are unnecessary, stereotype-spreading terms.
Meltdowns aren't tantrums.
Burnout isn't procrastination.
Stims aren't pointless.
Shutdowns aren't just lack of attention.
Verbal shutdowns aren't a "silence treatment".
Hyperfixations aren't useless.
Special interests are more than obsessions.
Phobias aren't regular fears.
Panic attacks aren't controllable.
Self-harm isn't a trend.
why are the only reactions to telling somene im schizophrenic 1) piss poor sympathy and 2) making jokes about hallucinations and delusions and sometimes 3) denying my diagnosis?? what ever happened to "oh okay, how can i support you?" kinda strange innit