Maria Szulc, Joanna;
Davies, Julie;
Tomczak, Michał T;
McGregor, Frances-Louise;
(2021)
AMO perspectives on the well-being of neurodivergent human capital.
Employee Relations: The International Journal
, 43
(4)
pp. 858-872.
10.1108/er-09-2020-0446.
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Abstract
Purpose: Existing management research and management practices frequently overlook the relationship between the above-average human capital of highly functioning neurodivergent employees, their subjective well-being in the workplace and performance outcomes. This paper calls for greater attention to the hidden human capital associated with neurodiversity by mainstreaming implementation of neurodiversity-friendly policies and practices. Design/methodology/approach: Drawing on the ability, motivation and opportunity (AMO) framework, this conceptual paper integrates research on employee neurodiversity and well-being to provide a model of HR-systems level and human capital development policies, systems and practices for neurodivergent minorities in the workplace. Findings: This paper illustrates that workplace neurodiversity, like biodiversity, is a natural phenomenon. For subjective individual psychological and organisational well-being, neurodivergent employees require an empathetic culture and innovative talent management approaches that respect cognitive differences. Practical implications: The case is made for neurodivergent human capital development and policy-makers to promote inclusive employment and decent work in a context of relatively high unemployment for neurodivergent individuals. Originality/value: This paper extends current debates on organisational equality, diversity and inclusion to a consideration of workplace well-being for highly functioning neurodivergent workers. It calls for more equitable and empathetic approaches to investing in employees with neurodevelopmental and cognitive disabilities.
| Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Title: | AMO perspectives on the well-being of neurodivergent human capital |
| Open access status: | An open access version is available from UCL Discovery |
| DOI: | 10.1108/er-09-2020-0446 |
| Publisher version: | https://doi.org/10.1108/ER-09-2020-0446 |
| Language: | English |
| Additional information: | This version is the author accepted manuscript. For information on re-use, please refer to the publisher’s terms and conditions. |
| Keywords: | AMO model, HR practices, Human capital, Neurodiversity, Well-being, HUMAN-RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, DISABILITY, AUTISM, EMPLOYMENT, WORKPLACE, TECHNOLOGY, EMPLOYEES, CONTEXT, INDIVIDUALS, PERCEPTIONS |
| UCL classification: | UCL |
| URI: | https://discovery-pp.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10145502 |
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