Articles
Women at Work
When an experienced woman suddenly appears to be struggling at work, the problem may not be her capability. This article explores how menopause, neurodivergence, mental health and psychosocial hazards can intersect—and why employers must look beyond individual performance to the design of work itself.
Neurodivergent Leadership: What If the Boss Is Neurodivergent?
What happens when the person setting the priorities, managing psychosocial risk and supporting everybody else is neurodivergent too? This article explores the strengths, strains and hidden costs of neurodivergent leadership, and how self-knowledge, good systems, complementary capability and recovery can support effective, sustainable leadership.
ADHD Tax: Why Money Systems Fail Neurodivergent Brains and What Actually Helps
Have you ever stopped to think about how much money you've unintentionally lost over your lifetime? Not because of one catastrophic financial mistake, but because of hundreds of small ones. These items include a late payment fee, a forgotten subscription, and food...
Why Neurodiversity Must Be Part of Psychosocial Risk Management
Australian employers are increasingly required to identify and manage psychosocial hazards under work health and safety legislation. Yet one significant gap remains largely overlooked: how psychosocial risks affect neurodivergent workers. This article explores why neurodiversity should become an essential part of psychosocial risk management and what employers can do to create safer workplaces.
Beyond the Label: Lesser-Known Neurodivergent Traits at Work
Neurodivergent traits at work extend beyond commonly recognised diagnoses such as ADHD and autism. This article explores lesser-known traits including synaesthesia, misophonia, justice sensitivity and alexithymia, and explains how neuroinclusive work design can create safer, more supportive workplaces.
Neuroinclusive Employment in Australia: From Awareness to Action
Neuroinclusive employment in Australia is gaining attention, but what does good practice actually look like? This article explores real employer examples, lessons learned, and how organisations can measure progress.