High IQ, Slow Processing: The Hidden Link That Explains Your Neurodivergent Experience
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Hey pickle pals! Tonya here with a revelation that explains SO much about the neurodivergent experience!
In this landmark episode, I explore groundbreaking research connecting high IQ with processing differences - solving the mystery of why so many brilliant minds struggle with seemingly "simple" tasks.
You'll discover:
- Why many high-IQ individuals remain undiagnosed until adulthood
- The science behind the "smart but scattered" paradox
- Practical strategies for parents, teachers, and employers
- How recognizing this pattern transforms self-understanding
This isn't just academic - this research explains that confusing lifetime experience of excelling at complex problems while missing social cues or struggling with transitions.
Link to Study: https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.11.02.21265802v2
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