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To find it ridiculous that my work is encouraging those with neurodivergence to add details of their neurodivergence to their email signatures “so colleagues can accommodate your needs?”

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SnugShaker · 21/08/2025 10:09

I get the intention behind it but it just feels like an uncomfortable and unnecessary step. Why should employees be expected to disclose their neurodivergence in a public way, especially when it could lead to unwanted assumptions or even stigma? There’s a line between creating an inclusive environment and putting the burden of disclosure on individuals, and it seems like this might be crossing that line. Shouldn’t accommodations be handled in a more private, respectful way without having to broadcast personal information?

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Ballykissmangle · 21/08/2025 10:17

It’s the kind of idea that sounds good when it’s proposed in a meeting but is utterly stupid in practice.

Not everyone will want to declare neurodivergence to all and sundry, internally or externally.

Also, how are people supposed to know how to accommodate it - are they suggesting that you put details of specific adjustments in the signature.

Also, I barely read signatures - what if someone misses it and doesn’t comply?

Also, what if someone doesn’t do it, is it going to be thrown back at them?

Well meaning but badly thought through.