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In this article:
- Why neurodiversity support has become a business priority
- What Peppy Neurodiversity includes
- How it compares to existing solutions
- How to get started
1 in 7 of your employees are neurodivergent. Most are undiagnosed, unsupported and quietly struggling. The impact shows up as inconsistent performance, rising absence and talent walking out the door.
These aren't performance issues. In most cases, they're the direct result of a support gap that the NHS, private insurance and standard EAPs were never built to fill.
That gap is what Peppy Neurodiversity was built to close.
Why do employers need neurodiversity support?
Awareness and outcomes are two very different things. 43% of neurodivergent employees are likely to leave their current role. Employees with ADHD are three times more likely to quit impulsively. And with NHS waiting times stretching to 15 years in some areas, telling employees to seek a diagnosis is not a solution.
The Equality Act 2010 places clear legal obligations on employers when neurodivergent conditions qualify as disabilities. And as diagnosis rates rise and employee expectations grow, the question is no longer whether to act. It's how.
What is Peppy Neurodiversity?
Peppy Neurodiversity is a specialist, clinician-led employee benefit that supports employees at every stage of their neurodiversity journey. From the first moment an employee wonders whether they might be neurodivergent, through diagnosis, and into long-term ongoing clinical support.
Everything is delivered through the Peppy app. Private, confidential and free for employees. For employers, it sits alongside Peppy's existing services as a single, joined-up solution.
What does Peppy Neurodiversity include?
A clear route from curiosity to diagnosis Employees start with the neuro-curious gateway, a welcoming, non-clinical entry point for those without a formal diagnosis. From there, they can access ADHD and Autism specialist triage, expert system navigation and a dedicated diagnostic referral route via Psych UK for a seamless journey from Peppy screening to formal assessment.
Ongoing clinical support Unlike EAPs or PMI, Peppy doesn't stop at diagnosis. Employees get uncapped one-to-one consultations with neuro-informed clinicians, plus asynchronous specialist chat for those who prefer to communicate at their own pace.
Integrated mental health support Anxiety, depression, burnout and stress are significantly more common among neurodivergent people. Peppy treats mental health and neurodivergent care as one, with clinical support for the full range of challenges including masking exhaustion and social anxiety.
Broad spectrum resources Expert content covering ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia and beyond, delivered in diverse formats designed for different cognitive preferences.
How does Peppy Neurodiversity compare to existing solutions?
| Solution | The gap |
|---|---|
| NHS | Waiting times of 2 to 15 years |
| Private clinics | Costs £1,000 to £5,000, covers assessment only |
| PMI | Covers stabilisation, not ongoing support |
| Standard EAP | Generic mental health support, not built for neurodivergent needs |
| Peppy | Supports employees before, during and after diagnosis |
Peppy is the only solution that supports employees at every stage. That is not a minor distinction. It is the entire gap.
What do employers get from Peppy Neurodiversity?
- Reduced absence and presenteeism linked to unmanaged neurodivergent conditions
- Lower attrition - 43% of neurodivergent employees are likely to leave without the right support
- Reduced legal exposure under the Equality Act 2010
- Less pressure on managers with a trusted clinical resource to signpost employees to
- A benefit that works for every employee, diagnosed or not
Peppy is a CQC-registered provider trusted by 250+ employers, supporting over 3 million employees worldwide with 1,500+ years of combined clinical experience.
WEBINAR: Introducing Peppy Neurodiversity. Clinician-led support for every mind in your workforce
Register hereHow do I add Peppy Neurodiversity to my benefits package?
Peppy Neurodiversity launches on 1st September 2026. To see the service in action, join our product launch event on 1st July where our clinical team will walk through exactly how it works.
Already a Peppy client? Speak to your Client Success Manager to add Neurodiversity to your package.
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