The prevailing social order exhibits a persistent blind spot regarding invisible disabilities as well as the causes and consequences of mental health conditions. This neglect is not merely a secondary disadvantage but a decisive factor in the creation and maintenance of discriminatory and unsafe environments. This seminar explores neurodivergence as both an individual experience and a social phenomenon shaped by institutions, cultural norms, and dominant narratives.
The course examines how neurodivergent individuals interact with social systems such as education, healthcare, and employment. Particular attention is given to the ways in which misunderstandings, insufficient knowledge, and gaps in available data contribute to stigma, exclusion, and unequal treatment. Drawing on insights from psychology, disability studies, sociology, and social work, the seminar fosters critical thinking and ethical reflection while highlighting the significance and ubiquity of neurodiversity in contemporary society.
- Kursleiter/in: Maximiliane Brand
- Kursleiter/in: Nina Dorafschan