Assessor's justification guide: Autism & ADHD (Workplace)

NAME experiences difficulty prioritising workload and planning the day, particularly when fatigued or struggling to maintain focus. They may find it hard to break work into manageable steps, use time efficiently and keep track of competing tasks, which can lead to missed deadlines and increased stress.

 

Brain in Hand is a digital coaching platform combining a personalised app with regular sessions from a specialist coach. It helps employees plan, organise and maintain effective work routines. The app’s diary and task-planning tools allow NAME to break complex work into clear, actionable steps and schedule these across the day. Custom prompts and reminders support time management by signalling when to start or move on to the next task, helping maintain structure even during low focus or fatigue. NAME can also pre-plan solutions for common organisational challenges so strategies are ready when difficulties arise. Interactions with the app are logged and can be reviewed independently or during coaching sessions to reflect on progress and adjust routines for better productivity.

NAME finds it challenging to self-manage workload and maintain consistency without additional support. They may struggle to plan and organise tasks, remember strategies when pressure increases and stay on top of competing priorities, which can affect productivity, confidence and the ability to work autonomously.

 

Brain in Hand is a digital coaching platform combining a personalised app with regular sessions from a specialist coach. It helps employees develop self-management skills while keeping a safety net of support when challenges arise. Within the app, NAME can break work into clear, manageable steps, plan tasks across the day and set reminders and prompts to stay on track. Personalised solution packs store strategies for common workplace difficulties so they are available at the point of need. Regular coaching sessions help NAME reflect on what is working, build confidence in applying strategies consistently and gradually increase autonomy while knowing support is available if required.

NAME experiences difficulty maintaining emotional regulation at work. They may struggle with relationship management or social interaction and can feel overwhelmed or anxious when situations become challenging. At times this has affected their ability to remain engaged and attend work consistently.

 

Brain in Hand is a digital coaching platform combining a personalised app with regular sessions from a specialist coach. It helps employees recognise and respond to changes in mood before they escalate. Using the check-in feature, NAME can record how they are feeling throughout the day and flag when anxiety or overwhelm is rising. When early signs appear, the app provides immediate access to pre-planned coping strategies and practical actions to help regain control. If NAME indicates high distress, they can discreetly request in-the-moment human support for guidance in managing the situation. Regular coaching sessions help NAME understand emotional triggers, refine coping strategies and build confidence in applying them during challenging workplace interactions, supporting consistent attendance and wellbeing

NAME experiences difficulty planning and executing work tasks. They may find it hard to decide what to focus on, prioritise activities and stay on track toward goals, which can lead to delays and increased stress.

 

Brain in Hand is a digital coaching platform combining a personalised app with regular sessions from a specialist coach. It helps employees make clear decisions and plan work effectively. The app guides NAME through breaking down projects, structuring tasks and setting priorities. Daily or weekly plans can be created and supported with prompts and reminders to keep work moving. Strategies for common planning or decision-making challenges can be stored in the app and accessed when needed. Coaching sessions support NAME in reviewing priorities, refining plans and maintaining focus on goals even when work demands change.

Brain in Hand is a digital self-management and organisational app that helps users plan their day, stay organised, and build effective work routines.

 

Should NAME struggle to establish and maintain consistent work routines, forget steps in tasks, or find it difficult to get started, Brain in Hand enables them to structure their tasks into smaller, manageable steps. Reminders and prompts can be set to guide NAME to begin or continue these steps, reducing the likelihood of tasks stalling. Each scheduled task can include clear instructions and prompts to support NAME in preparing and completing it. Daily schedules can be customised to include motivating activities, such as short breaks or preferred tasks, to make starting less overwhelming. Progress can be monitored by ticking off completed steps, providing a sense of achievement that reinforces routine. Brain in Hand also includes coaching sessions to support setup and effective use of the application.

Brain in Hand is a digital self-management and organisational app that helps users develop strategies to manage social interaction and communication challenges in the workplace.

 

Should NAME struggle to interpret social cues, initiate or maintain conversations, or participate in team meetings, Brain in Hand’s custom solution packs can provide tailored guidance and prompts to support these situations. Step-by-step instructions and reminders can help NAME prepare for interactions, follow workplace norms, and manage conversations with colleagues or clients. The solution pack can include scripts or suggested responses to reduce uncertainty and anxiety in social scenarios. Progress can be tracked by recording successful interactions, providing feedback and building confidence over time.

Brain in Hand is a digital self-management and organisational platform that helps users manage anxiety around new or unfamiliar work situations.

 

Should NAME struggle to cope with changes in environment, new tasks, or unfamiliar workspaces, Brain in Hand’s custom solution packs can provide step-by-step guidance and prompts to prepare for these situations in advance. Reminders and detailed instructions can help NAME anticipate what will happen, plan each stage, and gradually approach new experiences with confidence. The system can include visual cues, checklists, or coping strategies to reduce uncertainty and overwhelm. Progress can be monitored by recording successful navigation of new situations, reinforcing confidence and resilience. Brain in Hand also includes coaching sessions to support the setup and use of these personalised solutions.

Brain in Hand is a digital self-management and organisational app that helps users plan their day, stay organised, and manage challenges with memory and working memory in the workplace.

 

Should NAME struggle to remember instructions, retain key information from meetings, or keep track of multiple tasks, Brain in Hand’s custom solution packs can provide structured prompts and reminders to support recall. Tasks can be broken into smaller, manageable steps with clear instructions, helping NAME follow processes without relying solely on memory. Daily schedules, checklists, and progress tracking enable NAME to see completed steps, reducing cognitive load and reinforcing learning. Brain in Hand also includes a coaching session to support setup and effective use of these personalised solutions.