Hear from neurodivergent members of the engineering community.
With 1 in 7 people worldwide considered to be neurodivergent, it’s safe to say there’s a large community of neurodivergent individuals out there, each with their own personal stories to tell.
Some of our neurodivergent community members share their experiences here. Hear about the support they’ve accessed, tools they use, and their advice for engineers who are discovering more about their own neurotype.
Read their stories below – and if you’d like to share your own, get in touch!
Engineer and educator Beverley discusses her experience with ADHD and neuroinclusive systems design.
Three professionals share their stories and the workplace adjustments that have empowered them.
How Mikaela's ADHD diagnosis helped her access support so that she could pass her placement with confidence.
Stuart's story of his experiences with autism – and how his diagnosis helped him understand himself better.
Brian's story of how he got a diagnosis of dyslexia – but wishes the signs had been spotted sooner.
ADHD engineer Sam shares her experiences of neurodiversity and menopause.
ADHD engineer Darren talks about what organisations can do to support neurodiverse colleagues.
We know that when you’re struggling emotionally, practically and financially, often the hardest step to take is reaching out and asking for support. And these challenges can have even more of an impact if you’re neurodivergent. But everyone experiences challenges in life, and it’s important to remember that you are not alone – after all, there are thousands of neurodiverse engineers just like you around the world, many of whom may be in a similar situation.
Our support is here to help you live better and thrive – no matter what your circumstances are. So, if you’re ready to get in touch with us, we’re ready to listen to your needs and offer whatever support we can.