Osmosis from Elsevier Blog Post: Treating Neurodivergent Patients

In an Osmosis blog contribution, I offer valuable strategies for effective collaboration in treating neurodivergent patients, drawing from my personal experience as a neurodivergent individual and doctoral student of education.

This article emphasizes the importance of conscious collaboration when treating patients with neurodivergent brains to achieve desired outcomes. I underscore the necessity of personalized care, which significantly enhances patient comfort and treatment compliance, particularly in neurodivergent patients who often experience heightened anxiety about medical encounters. Please take a look at the article linked below.

Use this checklist to help frame your Neurodivergent patient care: Prepare the exam room with a patient's sensory needs in mind. Ask simple and direct questions. Use clear, concise language. Take your time and don't rush answers.
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