The Brain Charity

October marks ADHD Awareness Month. For many, that means a wave of posts, infographics, and good intentions around reducing stigma and increasing understanding. 

But here’s the truth: awareness alone isn’t enough. 

Not if we’re still seeing talented people with ADHD pushed out of workplaces by rigid systems, unclear expectations, and environments that don’t recognise how their brains work. 

At The Brain Charity, we work with employers from across the country who want to be more inclusive — they just need help getting started. That’s exactly what our training options are designed to do. 

This month is the perfect opportunity to take that first step. 

Why ADHD is often misunderstood in the workplace 

ADHD is one of the most common forms of neurodivergence, yet it remains widely misunderstood — especially at work. 

It’s often associated only with distraction or restlessness. But for many people, ADHD also brings: 

• The ability to hyperfocus and absorb detailed information 

• Fast, original problem-solving 

• Creativity and lateral thinking 

• Energy, drive and persistence 

These aren’t just strengths — they’re assets to any workplace. However, when employees are expected to fit into one mould, that potential often gets overlooked. 

This is where good training makes a difference. It equips people to understand, support, and celebrate colleagues with ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence. 

Two ways to start making change 

At The Brain Charity, we offer two core training options — one designed for individual learning, and one built for teams or organisations. 

Both are grounded in lived experience and focus on practical, realistic ways to build more inclusive workplaces. 

Our e-learning course: neurodiversity awareness in the workplace 

Our Neurodiversity Awareness in the Workplace E-Learning course is ideal if you want to build confidence and understanding in your own time. 

It’s a 60 to 90-minute, self-paced course developed by people with lived experience of neurodivergence. It’s suitable for HR teams, managers, team leaders, or anyone who wants to be a better ally. 

The course covers: 

• What neurodiversity really means in practice 

• The challenges and strengths of ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions 

• How to reduce barriers in recruitment, communication and the working environment 

• Legal responsibilities and practical adjustments 

It’s accessible, interactive and comes with a downloadable certificate of completion. 

Learn more and sign up: Neurodiversity Awareness in the Workplace E-Learning 

Our live training: tailored sessions for your team 

For organisations ready to embed more profound, strategic change, we also offer live neurodiversity training. This is delivered by expert trainers either virtually or in person. 

As the Training Manager, I work with each organisation to shape the content to your needs — whether that’s an introductory session or a more in-depth programme. 

Live training is ideal if you want to: 

• Make recruitment more inclusive and ADHD-friendly 

• Ensure managers understand reasonable adjustments 

• Review your internal policies through a neurodiversity lens 

• Improve staff retention and employee wellbeing 

Sessions are interactive, grounded in real examples, and can be delivered to teams of all sizes. 

Enquire or book a session: Workplace neurodiversity training 

This ADHD Awareness Month, take action that lasts 

If you’ve made it this far, you already care about making a difference. But this month is the perfect time to move from awareness to action. 

Whether you choose our e-learning course or bring in live training for your team, you’ll be helping to create workplaces where people with ADHD — and all forms of neurodivergence — are seen, heard, and supported. 

And if you’re not sure which route is right for your team? Just get in touch — I’d love to help you explore the options. 

Jane Cullen 

Neurodiversity Training Manager, The Brain Charity 

Email: training@thebraincharity.org.uk 

Phone: 0151 298 3287