High performers drive results, yet neurodivergent ones often quit unexpectedly—not for pay, but lack of support.
Surveys show over 50% of neurodivergent professionals consider quitting due to unsupported needs. Reasons include masking exhaustion, mismatched environments, and stigma fears.
Evidence indicates neurodivergent talent thrives with fit but leaves when unsupported—higher turnover in unsupportive cultures. In Australia, unemployment for autistic adults is ~31–34%, with short tenure (4.4 years vs. 9.1 for neurotypical).
Practical HR Insights
- Listen early: Regular check-ins on needs.
- Accommodate proactively: Flexible structures retain talent.
- Measure: Track neurodivergent retention for ROI.
Supporting neurodivergent high performers prevents talent loss.
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