Under the Neurodivergent Umbrella: A Qualitative Exploration of Neurodivergence and Remote Work
Kuhn L, Meier F (2026)
Publication Type: Conference contribution
Publication year: 2026
Publisher: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
Book Volume: 83 LNISO
Pages Range: 281-297
Conference Proceedings Title: Lecture Notes in Information Systems and Organisation
Event location: Würzburg
ISBN: 9783032084828
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-08483-5_19
Abstract
It is estimated that one-fifth of the global population is neurodivergent. As remote work becomes more prevalent, there is a lack of knowledge about how neurodivergent individuals are affected by it. This paper explores how masking, a prevalent coping strategy affected by neuroableism, can be reduced through remote work. Masking is related to severe health consequences, even linked to suicide. We use a qualitative research approach and regular engagement with interviewees to deliver insights into neuromixed communication and collaboration. We show how chronic technocomfort and episodic technorelief reduce the need for masking. Emphasizing individual acknowledgment over diagnoses, this paper underscores the importance of alleviating workplace stressors induced by ableism. This paper contributes to the IS research stream of remote work by focusing on neurodivergent work experiences and interactions with video conferencing tools, employing collaboration and an intersectional perspective.
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APA:
Kuhn, L., & Meier, F. (2026). Under the Neurodivergent Umbrella: A Qualitative Exploration of Neurodivergence and Remote Work. In Christoph M. Flath, Gunther Gust, Frédéric Thiesse, Axel Winkelmann (Eds.), Lecture Notes in Information Systems and Organisation (pp. 281-297). Würzburg, DE: Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH.
MLA:
Kuhn, Lisa, and Florian Meier. "Under the Neurodivergent Umbrella: A Qualitative Exploration of Neurodivergence and Remote Work." Proceedings of the 19th International Conference on Wirtschaftsinformatik, WI 2024, Würzburg Ed. Christoph M. Flath, Gunther Gust, Frédéric Thiesse, Axel Winkelmann, Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2026. 281-297.
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