How do you make a neurotypical/neurodivergent relationship work?

[CubsterShura]

For reference, neurotypical is just 'normal' people and neurodivergence is a whole spectrum of conditions related to the brain wired differently, such as autism, ADHD, Asperger's, and other disabilities. There are studies showing that people who are diagnosed with autism communicate as effectively with each other as neurotypical people but when mixed with each other the communication becomes less effective.

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I feel like one thing that helps a bit is to just explain what's on my mind and asking him what's on his mind, as in such relationships it is the duty of BOTH parties to put effort into it.

[Hulk30]

well take it from a neurodivergent an aspie to be exact provided that your psychotic then it's possible to be abnormal if not and your yourself then your automatically normal by default and ya can be different in any way but in terms of sexual relationships workin ya can't make a relationship work that's not compatible and bein different with different interest and pursuits dont necessarily make ya incompatible it's not bein willin to accept compromise and understand each other as well as havin a different desire for the foundation of a relationship is really what makes anyone incompatible

[Guardian45]

I'm neurodivergent. My girlfriend frequently has to explain things to me. We laugh that I'm dense & take longer to process information.

The relationship can work as long as both parties want & try to make it work EVERYDAY!

[CubsterShura]

We both call each other dumb sometimes for not understanding each other!

[Guardian45]

A self deprecating sense of humor is important too!

[Guardian45]

Thank you for MHG!

[Pete671]

I agree 100%, I have Aspergers and suspected ADD and understand exactly what you mean!

[Caunsos]

Same thing as any relationship. Communication.

[CubsterShura]

Uhhhhh it's not that simple

[msc545]

That would be very difficult.

[SignedAutographs]

Not sure!