Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that causes social, communication, or behavioral differences. Gain clarity on what ASD is.

Understand why it’s overly personal and inappropriate to ask someone about their medical conditions, including whether they have Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD. Medical and psychological conditions are deeply personal topics that many people don’t feel comfortable discussing.

Misconceptions about autism can be harmful and damaging to people on the autism spectrum. Let’s discuss a few of the most common myths and the reality that counters them. With the proper understanding and education, we can create a more inclusive world where everyone can do great work.

Sometimes, people who have Autism Spectrum Disorder need accommodations to do their best work. And, sometimes they don’t. Here are three ways you can accommodate and be more inclusive of employees with Autism.

Expand your understanding of neurodiversity and the many forms it may take. Recognize the stigma that causes some individuals to keep their neurodiversity secret. Learn best practices for inclusion at your organization to maximize the proven benefits that neurodiversity can bring.

Learn what masking is, who practices it, and how its effects can be harmful.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) classifies Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a disability and protects people with ASD from employment discrimination. In contrast, some people don’t consider ASD to be a disability, but rather a difference, or even an advantage.

In order for employees with autism to reach their full potential, it’s important to be intentional about your communication choices. Here are a few strategies for creating stronger communication with coworkers who are on the autism spectrum.

Find out how to communicate inclusively when discussing mental and emotional health and neurodiversity -- the natural variations in brain functioning for learning, thinking, and processing information. Learn to recognize and avoid language that is trivializing, derogatory, or insulting.

The brain contains a range of natural cognitive variations, called “neurodiversity,” impacting learning, attention, mood, sociability, and other functions. Organizations should recognize that neurodiversity can be a benefit to productivity, creativity, innovation, collaboration, and diversity of ...

Expand your understanding of neurodiversity, the natural range of variations in human cognitive processing. Learn why the benefits of a neurodiverse team – greater innovation, problem solving and creativity -- make it more than worthwhile to accommodate the work styles of neurodiverse employees.