The lived experiences of individuals with high‐functioning autism during the job interview process: A phenomenological study

Ellestad, Andrew I.; Beymer, Lisa L.; Villegas, Sal

doi:10.1002/joec.12212

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“…Adapting the physical environment, job adjustments and behaviour support have been identified as three main areas that autistic people and their employers require, regarding such accommodations (Scott et al, 2015). Ellestad et al (2023) idenitfy key aspects of the interview process, for example, that cause heightened yet avoidable stress for high-functioning autistic people. They identify four key themes in the challenges neurodivergent people face regarding interview structure, perceived competency, social camouflaging and forced normality.…”

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Literature Review on High-functioning Autistic Employees

Loison

2024

DBS Appl Res Theor.

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This literature review aims to contribute to the field of autism and employment. It will analyse bibliographic data on peer-reviewed research on the benefits and challenges of a neurodiverse workforce. Similarly, it will examine the experiences of high-functioning autistic people in the workplace. Despite reports in popular media on the benefits of a neurodiverse workplace, including better innovation and company performance – there is very little academic research to support these claims. Of the limited existing literature, there are very few articles in business and management journals. This review gathers empirical evidence to test such claims. The research is based on high-functioning autistic people (verbal, with average or above IQ). Autism will be referred to as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from here on, which includes Asperger syndrome under the criteria of the DSM-5. Data from peer-reviewed research articles on high-functioning autism, employment and adults in the Social Sciences Citation Index were analysed to gauge the current trends in publication and citation. This database was chosen to limit the medical literature, which is extensive and an entirely different field. The data indicates that research on the experiences autistic employees, and their employers, up to recent years has been an understudied field. Based on the analysis used for this study, research and interest in this field began to emerge in publications in 2005. This review identified high-functioning autism as an increasingly important factor to consider in designing hiring and recruitment processes. It is also a significant consideration in conflict-resolution, communication and the training and support areas of management. Considering the steep increase in autism diagnoses over the past 30 years, coupled with the supports made available to autistic people up to third-level education; a more neurodivergent, educated talent pool is emerging which will change the way managers approach and manage diversity in the workplace.

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Literature Review on High-functioning Autistic Employees

Loison

2024

DBS Appl Res Theor.

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The Role of Triangulation in Qualitative Research

Meydan,

Akkaş

2024

Advances in Library and Information Science

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Triangulation is a methodological approach that involves using multiple methods or data sources to enhance the credibility and validity of research findings. This approach is useful in qualitative studies that aim to gain a deeper understanding of complex social phenomena and to understand the intricacies of multicultural environments. By embracing diverse perspectives, methods, and data sources, researchers can verify and validate their findings, leading to more comprehensive and reliable conclusions and can navigate cultural dynamics more effectively, leading to more nuanced and culturally sensitive findings. Beyond methodological considerations, triangulation allows researchers to capture diverse perspectives and enrich their analysis, playing a crucial role in qualitative research by enhancing the credibility, validity, and depth of research findings. Additionally, it is beneficial for mixed methods designs to provide a holistic understanding of research problems. Triangulation serves as a cornerstone for advancing knowledge and understanding in multicultural research contexts.

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The lived experiences of individuals with high‐functioning autism during the job interview process: A phenomenological study

Cited by 2 publications

References 72 publications

Literature Review on High-functioning Autistic Employees

Literature Review on High-functioning Autistic Employees

The Role of Triangulation in Qualitative Research

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