Invisible Disabilities at Work with Dr. Jessica Hicksted
Working Class Autistic by Kevin Joseph
Episode notes
My guest this week is Dr. Jessica Hicksted. Jessica is a researcher and advocate for people with invisible disabilities, particularly in the workplace.
You will learn:
- How to ask for accommodations without disclosing your own disability
- The surprising percentage of people who actually have invisible disabilities
- How body doubling can help create accountability
Follow-up Questions:
- Do you identify with having an invisible disability?
- What is a simple accommodation you can offer that would help people with invisible disabilities?
- Can you use body doubling to help knock something off your to-do list?
Guest Bio:
Diagnosed as an adult with autism spectrum disorder and ADHD, Jessica Hicksted, Ph.D., brings her life experiences and education to advocate for people ...
Keywords
autismneurodiversityaccommodations