I grew up in an era when everyone wanted nothing more than to be seen as “normal.” Conformity was at an all-time high back then and the very last thing anyone wanted was to be considered different ...

The myth of normal tells us that that being within the range of what is considered "normal" is a core feature of successfully being a member of society—and that is simply not true. The myth of normal ...

Life, in its most serene moments, often goes unnoticed. The simple routine of waking up, drinking a cup of coffee, walking through familiar streets, or laughing with loved ones may seem unremarkable.

For parents, carers and teachers, it’s often tempting to base our thinking on a child’s development around what we understand as “normal”. Much of the time we do this without thinking, describing a ...