16 Worst Jobs for Autistic + AuDHDers
And what to try instead!
Autistic and AuDHDer individuals (autistic + ADHD) often bring deep focus, high integrity, sharp pattern recognition, and creative problem-solving to the table. But workplaces that demand non-stop social performance or compliance over clarity can wear us down fast.
This list isn’t about limitations—it’s about misalignments. These jobs tend to clash with how autistic and AuDHD brains function best. But for every draining job, there's a better-aligned alternative that respects your wiring and amplifies your strengths.
As a licensed therapist who works with career-oriented neurocomplex adults, here is my list of some of the worst options for this wiring.