How to Ask for Workplace Accommodations—Without Disclosing ADHD or Autism

Описание: Can you ask for accommodations—without disclosing your ADHD or autism? In this video, I’ll walk through a strategy for how to make reasonable workplace requests without needing make a formal accommodation request or without needing to share your diagnosis. Note, I am not a medical professional and this strategy will not work for every situation. Use your best discernment for what applies to your situation. This video and idea is for educational purposes.

Whether you're masking at work, unsure about disclosing, or just need simple support like noise-canceling headphones or a flexible setup, I’ll walk you through how to frame your ask so it's manager-friendly and non-clinical—while still getting your needs met.

▶️ What We’ll Cover:
• What “soft accommodations” are
• Example scripts for non-disclosure requests
• How to test the waters with your boss
• When to escalate to formal HR accommodations

Chapters:
0:00 – Intro: What Are Gentle Accommodations?
0:50 – Why Some Avoid Formal Requests
1:46 – Using the JAN Website (askjan.org)
2:36 – Sample Script: Noise Sensitivity Example
3:24 – How to Frame the Ask for Managers
4:18 – When a Small Ask Doesn’t Go Well
5:05 – Judging Whether to Go Formal
5:53 – Know Your Workplace and Limits
6:35 – Final Thoughts + Substack + Thanks

📌 Helpful Resource Mentioned:
JAN (Job Accommodation Network)
https://askjan.org/disabilities/Autis...

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