HSPs often have a heightened sense of empathy and intuition and possess a remarkable ability to perceive subtle behavioural changes in others. Hypersensitive persons (or “HSPs”), make up 15 to 20% of the population. The learning experience over the years for both the supervisors and supervisees has proven invaluable for all.Ī type of neurodiversity that is not discussed often is hypersensitivity. A later in life diagnosis of, for example, autism can bring a sense of great relief as to why certain innate behaviours may have made the person think, “I feel different”.ĬERN’s unique programme for STEM students with disabilities often attracts candidates who identify as neurodivergent. Moreover, thanks to greater awareness and enhanced medical research, more girls and adults of all genders are being diagnosed as neurodivergent. While we may associate neurodivergent behaviours primarily with young boys, neuro-divergence is not something one grows out of. Persons who are considered neurodivergent include those who experience Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Asperger’s, Tourette’s Syndrome, and many more. It encompasses all types of cognitive processes: the “neurotypical” (more prevalent cognitive processing) and the “neurodivergent”. “Neurodiversity” is a term attributed to Australian sociologist Judy Singer.
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