Neurospicy/NEW-row-spy-see/

Neurospicy is a colloquial term that has emerged in online neurodivergent communities as a lighthearted way to describe having a neurodivergent brain. The term plays on the idea that neurodivergent brains have some extra 'spice' or flavor compared to neurotypical brains. It's often used with pride and humor, turning what might be seen as challenges into something celebrated and fun.

The neurodivergent community, particularly on social media platforms like TikTok and Twitter, has embraced 'neurospicy' as a way to reclaim their identity with humor and pride. It's especially popular among younger neurodivergent people who use it to describe themselves or their experiences in a positive, empowering way.

Usage Notes and Etiquette

• Use primarily for self-description; avoid labeling others without consent
• Consider audience and setting; slang may feel trivializing in formal or clinical contexts
• Pair with clear terms when needed (e.g., "I’m neurospicy — ADHD and autistic")
• Be mindful that not everyone resonates with the term; alternatives include "neurodivergent"

Cautions

• Some feel the term downplays serious challenges; context and tone matter
• Avoid using it as a punchline or to stereotype

Quick Tips

• Use in casual, opt-in spaces; switch to "neurodivergent" in formal contexts
• Lead by self-identification; invite others to self-describe
• Add clarity: name specific neurotypes when relevant

While not a clinical term, neurospicy reflects the community's move toward self-advocacy and positive identity formation around neurodivergence.

This is informal slang primarily used in casual conversation and social media. It's generally used by neurodivergent people about themselves rather than by others to describe them.