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Neurodivergent
1 in 7 people are considered neurodivergent which includes conditions such as autism, dyslexia and ADHD. Find out below how to make the lab space more inclusive of them
Space
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Keep bright and colourful decorations to a minimum
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Zone spaces to provide a secluded but safe environment to work in
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Avoid excessive noise especially lower pitch or rumbling sounds
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Avoid bright or flickering lights such a fluorescent tubes
Tools
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Consider noise cancelling or reducing headphones if safe
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Provide alternative labels for samples such as coloured stickers
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Fidgets are small kinaesthetic toys which autists and those with ADHD may find useful
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