Cultivating Neurodiversity Research in the Arts and Arts Education
Abstract
Neurodiversity is a term that, in one sense, quite plainly denotes the vastly diverse neurological experiences of all humans. In another resolutely political orientation, neurodiversity is a ‘paradigm’ that actively challenges the pathologizing of those who are not in line with neuro-normative mental, cognitive, and/or behavioral ideals. In this thematic issue, we present a platform for neurodivergent and neuro-affirming allies and advocates in the arts to contribute articles, visual essays, and commentaries that analyze and challenge ableist societal attitudes and practices that stigmatize neurodivergent bodyminds and ways of being.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Neuroscience
Education and Cognitive Function
Neuroethics
Human Enhancement
Biomedical Innovations
Art Education and Development
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Research in Arts and Education
- Publisher
- Aalto University, School of Arts, Design and Architecture, Department of Arts
- Volume
- 2026
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 1–8
- Publication date
- 2 April 2026