Symbiotic relationship between neurodiversity and systems thinking
Suja Joseph-Malherbe (Letter27) Benjamin Mogridge (University of the West of England)
Keywords
• Diversity;• Systems thinking;• Inclusion
Abstract
Addressing diversity and inclusion is important to innovation in engineering. Diversity is not limited to differences that are only visible, it is also about creating teams with diverse thinking. Neurodivergent describes people with variation in their cognitive functions and can include conditions such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). ADHD, despite its challenges, can offer unique perspectives and strengths that are conducive to systems thinking.