Autism
Mentioned as an example of neurodivergence where certain types of thinking can be adaptive in specific company roles, rather than being seen as purely maladaptive.
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Videos Mentioning Autism
Improving Male Sexual Health, Function & Fertility | Dr. Michael Eisenberg
Andrew Huberman
Neurosychiatric condition with a small but statistically significant increased risk in offspring of fathers older than 40.
249 ‒ How the brain works, Andrew’s fascinating backstory, improving scientific literacy, and more
Peter Attia MD
Mentioned as a challenging area of neuroscience research.
Why is everyone suddenly neurodivergent?
Sabine Hossenfelder
A condition characterized by difficulties with language, social interaction, emotional control, and repetitive behaviors, now understood as part of a spectrum.
The Nature of Human Nature: A Conversation with Robert Plomin (Episode #211)
Sam Harris
Mentioned as a complex trait with genetic liability that is normally distributed.
Dr. Matt Walker: How to Structure Your Sleep, Use Naps & Time Caffeine | Huberman Lab Guest Series
Andrew Huberman
A developmental disorder which, along with ADHD, has shown REM sleep impairments in some research, though no causal link is yet established.
The No.1 Productivity Expert: 10,000 Hours Is A Lie! This Morning Habit Is Ruining Your Day!
The Diary Of A CEO
Mentioned as an example of neurodivergence where certain types of thinking can be adaptive in specific company roles, rather than being seen as purely maladaptive.
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Genetics: how they impact disease risk, what you can do about it, testing & more [AMA 50 sneak peek]
Peter Attia MD
A developmental condition studied using twin concordance rates, showing higher concordance in monozygotic twins.
Exploring Consciousness, Sensory Augmentation, The Lazy Susan Method of Productivity, and More
Tim Ferriss
A developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, for which a spun-off company using a wristband with machine learning is helping individuals understand social context.
Open Learning Talks | Mindfulness, Mental Wellness, and Learning
MIT Open Learning
A condition discussed in relation to learning difficulties, anxiety, and potential impact of predictive relationship learning.