How can HR support workers who have ADHD?

ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and symptoms can include difficulties with work prioritisation, managing time and focus. If one of your workers suffers from the condition, the Equality Act obliges you to support them. So how can HR help?

Understanding the condition

The first way is by understanding the condition and the various ways symptoms can manifest. This is an area where organisations can benefit from outsourced HR services in Northampton, because they are more likely to have expert knowledge. This will help when it comes to providing training for managers.

Creating the right culture

One thing that is crucial to supporting workers who have ADHD is the culture of an organisation. It must be open and communicative, so they are comfortable raising issues. HR can help by providing them with confidential meetings for that purpose and by making sure communications are as clear as possible.

Offering targeted help

There are practical support systems that HR can put in place, targeted at those with ADHD. Depending on the symptoms, these can include breaking up larger tasks into smaller sections; creating a priority tier when it comes to deadlines; and deploying tools for project management so that progress can be visualised.

Making changes to the workplace environment

Sometimes changes to the workplace environment can help. Reducing the distractions caused by open-plan environments, the creation of areas for quiet working and the provision of noise-cancelling headphones are examples.

At FiveRivers Consulting, our HR services in Northampton can assist companies with this issue. Call us for details.