# NeurodiversityWhitePaperFINAL

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## Metadata
- Author: [[cdsreg.com]]
- Full Title: NeurodiversityWhitePaperFINAL
- Category: #articles
- Document Tags: [[design]] [[dev/accesibility]] 
- URL: https://www.cdsreg.com/assets/NeurodiversityWhitePaperFINAL.pdf
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## Highlights
A structured and predictable layout helps all attendees find what they need. Keep headings, colors, and spacing consistent throughout your event web page and forms to create a familiar visual pattern for neurodiverse users. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80z4vtd50rd6mx389xj245v))

Choose legible fonts and appropriate font sizes to enhance readability. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80z5jjrtnjhrzz45151hedj))

neurodiverse audiences have a preference toward muted, pastel hues and neutral tones. Consider using a matte black background with two or three pastel hues to depict data, or a neutral tan, gray, or white background to prevent colors from overwhelming the reader. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zay83cd3zs5mr5cv8f5bj))

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Simplify your event web page and forms by reducing unnecessary animations and busy backgrounds. A clean design minimizes sensory overload, allowing neurodiverse users to focus on essential content. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zeq2075rv1rej44a7k0mk))

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Use clear headings, subheadings, and visual cues to establish a hierarchy of information. Neurodiverse users benefit from a structured content layout that helps them quickly grasp the importance and organization of information. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zgp155t1g2japh3sm2jm3))

Craft straightforward language and concise sentences to facilitate comprehension. Clear content helps neurodiverse individuals process information more easily and reduces the risk of misinterpretation. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zhpdq1k0knybfacq7d8xz))

Include descriptive image alternative text (also known as alt text or alt tags) for images and diagrams. This ensures that neurodiverse attendees who rely on screen readers or have difficulty interpreting visuals can access and understand the content. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zn0r0zsw75xejf3gpam0t))

Incorporate sufficient spacing between elements and paragraphs. White space enhances content digestion, prevents crowding, and enables neurodiverse users to focus on individual pieces of information. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80znjnftwn94d83yj7ejzkk))

Provide the ability to adjust font sizes, color themes, and reading modes. Customizable options empower neurodiverse attendees to tailor the online experience to their preferences, enhancing their engagement. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zq3newv6vp3g8qbhf9bda))

Offer a straightforward navigation menu with clear labels. Neurodiverse individuals may rely on structured browsing paths such as breadcrumb navigation, and intuitive navigation ensures everyone can easily find and explore relevant content. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zr6nsdb9nwndf5ydhqsmv))

Incorporate text-to-speech features to accommodate auditory learners and those with reading challenges. Enabling this functionality allows neurodiverse users to absorb content through their preferred sensory channel. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zscatb4sypv22d48c09y3))

When using videos or audio, provide transcripts and captions. This supports attendees who may struggle with auditory or visual processing, ensuring they can access and comprehend information effectively. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80zszx3pkx6xhb3xrz1v49m))

Ensure forms follow a logical flow and offer clear instructions, and that there are visual cues like highlighted inputs to help readers know where they are in the form. A step-by-step approach minimizes confusion and frustration for neurodiverse users during data input. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j80ztdpbr8m2kbjc7pyss1ac))

