It is a myth that Neurodivergents, especially those with Autism, lack empathy. Many Neurodivergents experience heightened emotional empathy. This myth may be rooted in the double blind empathy problem
Thank you for your clear, concise, informational article! Should you wish to continue research in the empathy in ND persons, search (I have not) for studies about ND that have PTSD from childhood: verbal, physical, emotional, generational, psychological traumas/abuse/grooming and the impact of those on ND growth and development. I am almost 59yo and through some pretty harsh, painful 'awakenings' or realizations over the past several years (thank you COVID nursing night shift in a nursing home) that I am aware of my true path/life, and am now just learning to apply mercy, grace, forgiveness, compassion, worth, value, love, like into ME.
I have for decades been the go to person for issues, problems, challenges, listening ear for friends, family, and acquaintances; I had not been able to 'practice what I preach.' I am now aware but still struggle with self application.
Thank you for putting this information out there; it is a valuable resource and planting seeds of hope and goodness. Rock on!!!
Well said! I tend to think the lack of sensitivity can be either a shut down because the sensitivity is actually so high that the ND person cannot cope. Or it’s a delayed response for a similar reason. I often get accused of not caring, but it’s not that at all, it’s simply I need time to process and filter the situation.
WOW! I have never heard empathy broken down is such a way and it makes SO MUCH SENSE! Thank you for this. I will be sharing it with my Autistic friends - I just know they will appreciate it as much as I did. I mean - who knew .... I am AuDHD not an empath.
Excellent and vital article, outlining the often misunderstood ways in which a variety of neurodivergent people see and feel emotions in others, and themselves.
Thank you for your clear, concise, informational article! Should you wish to continue research in the empathy in ND persons, search (I have not) for studies about ND that have PTSD from childhood: verbal, physical, emotional, generational, psychological traumas/abuse/grooming and the impact of those on ND growth and development. I am almost 59yo and through some pretty harsh, painful 'awakenings' or realizations over the past several years (thank you COVID nursing night shift in a nursing home) that I am aware of my true path/life, and am now just learning to apply mercy, grace, forgiveness, compassion, worth, value, love, like into ME.
I have for decades been the go to person for issues, problems, challenges, listening ear for friends, family, and acquaintances; I had not been able to 'practice what I preach.' I am now aware but still struggle with self application.
Thank you for putting this information out there; it is a valuable resource and planting seeds of hope and goodness. Rock on!!!
Well said! I tend to think the lack of sensitivity can be either a shut down because the sensitivity is actually so high that the ND person cannot cope. Or it’s a delayed response for a similar reason. I often get accused of not caring, but it’s not that at all, it’s simply I need time to process and filter the situation.
Same! any advice i'm stuck
WOW! I have never heard empathy broken down is such a way and it makes SO MUCH SENSE! Thank you for this. I will be sharing it with my Autistic friends - I just know they will appreciate it as much as I did. I mean - who knew .... I am AuDHD not an empath.
Excellent and vital article, outlining the often misunderstood ways in which a variety of neurodivergent people see and feel emotions in others, and themselves.