Neurotypical Norms

Social, behavioural, and professional expectations that are based on neurotypical patterns of cognition, communication, and functioning, often embedded unconsciously in technology, workplace culture, and institutional practices. Examples include job postings requiring candidates to be "quick learners" who "thrive in fast-paced environments," or AI systems that generate professional communications using conventional social scripts. For neurodivergent individuals, these norms can create barriers by requiring them to mask their natural behaviours, misrepresenting their strengths and preferences, or excluding non-traditional career paths and work styles.