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Autism Masking: Hiding Autistic Traits to Fit In

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Autism masking, also called
camouflaging, is the

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practice of hiding or
suppressing autistic traits

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to appear neurotypical.

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The primary driver of
masking is social safety.

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Masking is a survival
strategy, but one that

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carries a significant cost
to mental health, identity,

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and wellbeing.

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Masking can make it very
difficult for clinicians to

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recognize autism

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Seeking assessors with
specific experience in

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masked presentations is
important.

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Read the guide
www.endthewaitontario.com/autism-masking