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B.C. doctor urges support for new wave of neurodivergent employees in workforce

In 1970, it was believed 1-in-10,000 people had autism; today, 1-in-29 B.C. children have autism
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More individuals are being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Employers should anticipate an increase of autistic individuals in the workplace and find ways to accommodate them. (Photo by Ivan Samkov via Pexels)

The number of autistic people in the workplace is expected to grow and workplaces should be prepared to accommodate and provide support for these individuals, says a B.C. doctor.

Dr. David Worling has been a practicing physician for 25 years with a particular interest in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Worling recently gave a presentation at the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association about preparing for ASD in the workplace, which was attended by School District 27 trustee Angie Delainey, who is also a Williams Lake city councillor.

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Kim Kimberlin, Local Journalism Initiative

About the Author: Kim Kimberlin, Local Journalism Initiative

I joined Black Press Media in 2022, and have a passion for covering topics on women’s rights, 2SLGBTQIA+ and racial issues, mental health and the arts.
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