Masking
Masking
Nov 16, 2024
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This is masking: the conscious or unconscious effort to hide neurodivergent traits in order to appear more “normal.” It’s a survival strategy. And while it can help us navigate a world that isn’t built for our brains, it also makes diagnosis harder, delays support, and leads to burnout. Masking can look like: - Over-preparing to avoid mistakes - Mimicking others’ social cues - Suppressing stimming or fidgeting - Smiling through overwhelm - Staying quiet even when you have something to say Why do
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This is masking: the conscious or unconscious effort to hide neurodivergent traits in order to appear more “normal.” It’s a survival strategy. And while it can help us navigate a world that isn’t built for our brains, it also makes diagnosis harder, delays support, and leads to burnout. Masking can look like: - Over-preparing to avoid mistakes - Mimicking others’ social cues - Suppressing stimming or fidgeting - Smiling through overwhelm - Staying quiet even when you have something to say Why do
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