Helpful workplace accommodations often focus on reducing overload and increasing predictability.
Examples may include:
- flexible scheduling
- written instructions or checklists
- predictable routines
- reduced multitasking
- the ability to take short breaks
- remote or quieter work environments
These supports can reduce cognitive strain and lower the likelihood of dissociation during work tasks.
The most effective accommodations are those that reduce perceived threat and nervous system overload. What works best varies by system, and some trial and adjustment is normal.
This page is part of the DID and Work section of the CommuniDID site, which explains how switching, internal disagreement, and variable capacity influence work life and explores options for disclosure, accommodations, and navigating workplace challenges safely.
Explore more:
- Questions about DID and Work
- Finding the Right Work Accommodations for You is a free PDF you can download to identify which accommodations may help you at work.
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