Neurodivergent workers and well-being

Take part in our research

Are you a neurodivergent professional working in the UK?

We invite you to participate in our research exploring how workplace connections impact the well-being and career development of neurodivergent professionals.

What's involved?

All participation is completely confidential.


Take part now

Why participate?

Your insights will help create more inclusive work environments by:

  • Identifying unique challenges neurodivergent professionals face in forming work relationships
  • Developing strategies to improve workplace support networks
  • Creating a practical guide for professionals and companies

Eligibility

  • You identify as neurodivergent (e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia)
  • You work in the UK (especially for workers in the technology sector)

Ethics documentation

Our ethics page details how we support participants and how we store and handle data generated by this study.

How to participate

Contact Dr Raysa Rocha at raysa.rocha@essex.ac.uk or register here.

Note: This study is funded by the British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grant (Award Reference: SRG24\241480) and approved by the University of Essex Ethics Committee (ETH2425-0166).

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Co-creation Event: Building the Blueprint for Neuroinclusive Workplaces

On 25 March 2026 we'll be running a workshop for academics, HR professionals, policymakers, and neurodivergent workers, examining the data around the wellbeing of neurodivergent staff and co-creating strategies to implement in the workplace. Places are still available.

Find out how to take part