AMO perspectives on the well-being of neurodivergent human capital

Szulc, Joanna, Davies, Julie ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6875-3100, Tomczak, Michael and McGregor, Frances (2021) AMO perspectives on the well-being of neurodivergent human capital. Employee Relations, 43 (4). pp. 858-872. ISSN 0142-5455

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Abstract

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. 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. 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.