In Neurodiversity Celebration Week, automotive industry charity, Ben, has launched a range of support options and resources focused on neurodiversity, to meet growing demand and raise awareness about this important topic across the sector.
Neurodivergence is when a person’s brain processes, learns, and/or behaves differently from what is ‘typical’. Neurotypical describes how the average person’s brain works. From Ben’s latest insights, those in the automotive industry who have reported having neurodiverse conditions such as autism, ADHD, or dyslexia are more likely to experience mental, physical, financial, and social issues. In 2024, 73% of neurodivergent individuals in the industry said they experienced feelings of anxiety, compared to 44% of neurotypical individuals. Neurodivergent individuals were also more likely to be stressed at home (57%), compared to 32% of neurotypical individuals.
Ben has added two new support programmes to its digital therapeutic platform, Silvercloud, which is free for automotive workers and their family dependents who can sign up using the code: ben. The new programmes are:
Ben has also launched new neurodiversity-related online tips and advice to help those seeking support and diagnosis. The online content is available at Neurodiversity: Types, Signs, Resources, Treatment & Support | Ben.
