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Adjustments at work

Mon

Hi Everyone 

Could you give me some examples of adjustments at work somebody with diagnosed autism could ask for. Also, any tips on how to speak to a manager who says things like: you should know this, this is common sense, etc. and is constantly telling you off for not doing things his way.

My husband has been referred for a diagnosis and it will probably take ages until it’s done. But he struggles with communication at work (particularly with his boss) and I’m looking for some solutions or strategies for him in the meantime.

Thank you 

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  • I found it well worth asking for adjustments at work, after I had my ASD diagnosis a few years ago.

    My employer bought me noise cancelling ear plugs (cost about three hundred pounds) as I can be over sensitive to noise (compared to most people).  I also have difficulty taking in long verbal instructions, so they gave me written instructions, which was a great help.  I was also transferred to a work site closer to my home, which reduced fatigue (partly caused by a long commute).

    As a result I have performed better at work, so a win for them as well as a win for me.

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  • I found it well worth asking for adjustments at work, after I had my ASD diagnosis a few years ago.

    My employer bought me noise cancelling ear plugs (cost about three hundred pounds) as I can be over sensitive to noise (compared to most people).  I also have difficulty taking in long verbal instructions, so they gave me written instructions, which was a great help.  I was also transferred to a work site closer to my home, which reduced fatigue (partly caused by a long commute).

    As a result I have performed better at work, so a win for them as well as a win for me.

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