For as long as I can remember, I’ve felt like I’ve been in a battle with my own body. For years, I lived very much ‘above the shoulders.’ If you’ve never heard that phrase before, in neurodivergent spaces it’s often used to describe being disconnected from the body because so much energy goes into processing […]
Change can be complicated when you’re AuDHD. We can crave it… whether that be a new routine, a fresh start, a different environment, a new project or simply something to break up the monotony. But when that change actually happens, it can feel completely overwhelming. The thing we thought we wanted suddenly requires planning, adjusting, […]
Our senses influence how we think, feel, communicate and interact with our environment and the people around us. For many neurodivergent people, sensory experiences can be more intense, more noticeable or simply processed differently. This is a natural part of being neurodivergent, and understanding these differences can help us better understand ourselves and what we […]
Routine is often misunderstood as restrictive, but for neurodivergent adults — particularly those with ADHD or executive function difficulties — a well-built routine reduces decision fatigue and frees up cognitive resources for what genuinely matters. This guide covers how to build morning, working day, and wind-down routines from what already works, and how to recover when routines inevitably break down.
The right software and simple checklists can significantly support neurodivergent adults at work by reducing cognitive load and externalising task management. From Trello and Todoist to speech-to-text tools and focus apps, many effective options are free or low-cost. This guide covers practical tools, how to build a checklist habit that sticks, and how Access to Work funding may help cover specialist software.
For neurodivergent employees, the physical workplace environment can directly affect their ability to function and thrive. Fluorescent lighting, open-plan noise, visual clutter, and temperature discomfort are not minor issues for everyone. This guide outlines practical, mostly free adjustments to lighting, noise, and workspace setup, and encourages employers to proactively invite conversations about sensory needs.
For autistic people, those with ADHD, or sensory processing differences, background noise is far more than a minor distraction. This guide explains how noise-cancelling headphones work, the difference between active and passive options, which models are commonly recommended, how to establish their use as a formal workplace adjustment, and how Access to Work funding can cover the cost.
Flexible working is one of the most effective and lowest-cost reasonable adjustments for neurodivergent employees. From flexible start times and remote working to structured breaks and adapted communication, small changes can significantly improve wellbeing and performance. UK employees can request flexible working as a reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act 2010, alongside the standard statutory request process.