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What is a neuroinclusive workplace? (beyond awareness and adjustments)

The term gets used a lot, but what does it actually mean, and why does it matter at work? This is your starting point.

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Nonspeaking and nonverbal: understanding different ways of communicating neurodiversity know-how

When someone doesn’t speak, it is easy to make assumptions about what else they can or can’t do.

But speech, language, communication and understanding are not the same thing.

Neither are the terms n...

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What is intersectionality? The foundations for a more inclusive workplace neurodiversity know-how

None of us is defined by one part of who we are.

Our experiences are shaped by many things, including our race, gender, sexuality, disability, neurodivergence, socio-economic background, culture and ...

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Supporting parent carers at work: the next step in building family-friendly workplaces neurodiversity know-how

Over the past few years, many organisations have made significant progress in supporting working parents.

Flexible working has become more common. Family-friendly policies have expanded. Conversation...

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Neuroinclusive meetings: how better meeting design helps everyone contribute neurodiversity know-how

Meetings are where ideas are shared, decisions are made and work moves forward.

They’re also one of the places where workplace barriers often appear.

Many meetings rely on people thinking quickly, s...

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What are learning disabilities? Understanding a frequently misunderstood part of neurodiversity neurodiversity know-how

Many people have heard the term ‘learning disability’.

But ask a group of people what it means, and you’ll often get very different answers.

Some people confuse learning disabilities with learning d...

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What is PTSD? Understanding an often overlooked form of neurodivergence neurodiversity know-how

Many people have heard of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Far fewer people understand what it actually is.

For some, PTSD brings to mind military veterans returning from combat. For others, i...

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What is Tourette's Syndrome? Understanding Tourette's through a neuroinclusive lens neurodiversity know-how

Tourette’s Syndrome is often misunderstood.

Many people only recognise the most stereotyped portrayals, usually focused on swearing or visible tics. In reality, Tourette’s is far more varied, nuanced...

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What is PDA (pathological demand avoidance)? neurodiversity know-how

You may have come across the term PDA, or you may be hearing it for the first time.

PDA stands for Pathological Demand Avoidance. It is also sometimes described as a Persistent Drive for Autonomy.

I...

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Neurodiversity training: what your company needs to know neurodiversity know-how

Many organisations are investing in inclusion but still find that day-to-day ways of working don’t change.

That’s where neurodiversity training becomes valuable. Done well, it moves beyond awareness ...

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What is neurodiversity? A beginner’s guide for employers neurodiversity know-how

Many organisations are asking the same question: what is neurodiversity, and what does it actually mean for how we work?

Awareness is growing, but translating that into day-to-day practice can feel u...

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What is processing time? Why fast meetings silence good thinking neurodiversity know-how

In many workplaces, speed is seen as a strength.

Quick responses, fast decisions and immediate contributions are often associated with confidence and capability.

But not everyone processes informati...

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Masking at work: The hidden performance cost of fitting in neurodiversity know-how

Many workplaces value professionalism, consistency and 'fitting in.'

But for some people, meeting these expectations requires significant effort behind the scenes.

They may be closely monitoring how...

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