How a Voicemail Test Could Help Autistic Young Adults at Work
Real-Life Science Findings Connect Our Research to Everyday Living
Finding and keeping a job can be challenging for young adults, but it can be even more difficult for autistic youth. Some studies show that nearly two out of three autistic adults are unemployed. One big reason is not lack of talent or ability. It is often communication style, which can be misread in the workplace and can affect job interviews, relationships with supervisors, and teamwork.
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Audio Description
Explore how autistic communication differences affect employment and learn tips for job seekers and employers to support understanding and inclusion.
Nearly two-thirds of autistic adults face unemployment, often due to workplace misunderstandings around communication styles rather than ability. This episode explores research from Kessler Foundation that uses a novel voicemail elicitation task to assess polite language use among autistic youth in mock work scenarios. Discover how perceived impoliteness arises from pragmatic differences in language and what this means for job interviews, teamwork, and employee relationships. Learn practical tips for autistic individuals preparing for employment and strategies employers can implement to foster better understanding and inclusion.
