Neuro-divergence still not understood

Work is not a happy place for many neurodivergent people, with research revealing that the majority of those diagnosed with autism, dyspraxia and dyscalculia reporting that people in their workplaces behave in ways that exclude them.

In addition, just under half of those with dyslexia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) have had similar experiences.

The research, carried out by the Institute of Leadership and Management, a professional body for managers, in partnership with charities Autistic Nottingham and Tourettes Action and the Infinite Autism social enterprise, reveals a significant lack of understanding and awareness of neurodivergent people in the workplace.

This is despite an estimated one in seven people being neurodivergent. 

The study found that half of all leaders and managers reported that they would not employ someone who had one or more neurodivergent conditions, with many providing statements making assumptions of incapability, the need for additional supervision and other negative and false stereotypes.

The research also identified a lack of neurodiversity in organisations’ diversity and inclusion policies and in their bullying and harassment policies and procedures.

Only 27% could say they were certain that appropriate references were included in their diversity and inclusion policies.

https://www.institutelm.com/resourceLibrary/workplace-neurodiversity-the-power-of-difference.html