Contents
Fundamentals of neurodivergence in the professional environment
- Definition and delimitation of terms.
- How do I recognize AD(H)S and autism, for example?
- Symptoms, suffering, prognosis, course and treatment options.
- Differences between the sexes.
- Explanatory models: How does a mental illness develop? What is stress?
Options for action and conducting discussions
- Psychological conversation skills in dealing with neurodivergence: What is experienced as helpful, what is not?
- Opportunities and challenges for first responders.
- Role of the manager: dos and don'ts.
- Possibilities and limits of those involved and their roles: Psychological first aider, colleague, manager, works council, BEM etc.
Framework conditions and legal aspects
- Relevant reference points from labor law.
- The most important processes and resources within and outside the company: OHM (BEM, EAP, occupational medicine, GBU Psych.) and external resources.
- Workplace prevention, "fix the system not (just) the people".
Digressions
- Trending topic, neurological disorder or simply a special strength?
- Why traditional personnel development measures come to nothing.
- Team dynamics, power and privileges.
Best practice and discussion
Note:
The webinar can be booked as a possible in-depth course as part of the Psychological First Aider course or individually if you have the relevant prior knowledge. It is designed to build on the content of the "Psychological first aid in the company" seminar.
Learning environment
Once you have registered, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services relating to this training course in your online learning environment.
Your benefit
- They understand the basics of neurodiversity and neurodivergence and can differentiate between various neurodivergent manifestations (e.g. AD(H)S, giftedness, dyslexia, autism).
- You will learn about the typical symptoms and challenges of neurodivergent people and find out how the psychological strain can affect those affected in their professional environment.
- They know the most important legal aspects and diagnostic criteria for classifying neurodivergence and can place this in a professional context.
Methods
Lecture, presentation, case studies, discussion and exchange of experiences.
Recommended for
Managers, HR managers or Employees from the HR department in companies. Furthermore, health officers, OHM coordinators, works councils, BEM officers and all committed colleagues who want to be able to provide psychological first aid.
Further recommendations for "The diversity of brains: Neurodiversity in the professional environment"
Start dates and details

Tuesday, 29.07.2025
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Thursday, 09.10.2025
09:00 am - 1:00 pm

Tuesday, 13.01.2026
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm