Many late-diagnosed autistic adults have lived a lifetime masking - hiding their autistic tendencies, sometimes even to themselves. However, masking is harder than it seems and the toll is physically and mentally exhausting. It’s even been linked to a number of health risks that I’ll talk about in an upcoming video.

But what do high masking autistic people struggle with, and why is it so hard? Can it get better? Whether you're an autistic person trying to improve your life or someone who wants to support an autistic friend or loved one, we’ve got ideas for you. And if you’re a high masking autistic, what do you struggle with? What have you done to support yourself? Share your thoughts, ideas, and questions in the comments! ⤵️

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📌 Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:19 Expectations of Autistic vs. Non-Autistic Society - Shifting Allistic Expectations
1:46 Communication Challenges - Especially with Non-Autistics
4:49 Hidden Challenges That Other People Don’t Seem to Have
6:38 The Struggles Below the Surface
8:11 How to Help


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