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Are you neurodivergent? Tell us how you navigate the workplace.

The Globe wants to talk to New England residents who identify as neurodivergent and want to share their experiences navigating the workplace.GABRIELA BHASKAR/NYT

Work can be a fraught place for people who are neurodivergent — an umbrella term to describe people with conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, Tourette syndrome, and dyslexia.

Neurodiverse people often have different ways of executing tasks, learning new skills, or communicating with coworkers, which can make it more difficult to land and hold onto a job. Though some major companies have made strides in rolling out hiring and retaining practices better suited for neurodivergent people, in other cases, it’s still a patchwork process for people to get the resources and support they need from their employers.

The Globe wants to talk to New England residents who identify as neurodivergent about their experiences navigating the workplace. Have you requested accommodations from your employer, such as schedule changes or written assignment instructions? Introduced sensory adjustments to your office? Switched careers to better support your wellbeing? We want to hear from you.

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We’re looking for people in all fields and work environments — not just people who work in a traditional office.

Fill out the form below to share your thoughts, or email business reporter Dana Gerber directly at [email protected].


Dana Gerber can be reached at [email protected]. Follow her @danagerber6.