There are a lot of nuances of Autistic masking, and it's become a sensitive and polarizing topic these days online and in social media.

With all the various opinions, information, and anecdotes out there, it can be confusing to understand what masking is, and how privilege and different social identities intersect with the experience of unmasking. Masking and unmasking impacts mental health, identity, and relationships in significant ways. 

In this episode, Dr. Megan Anna Neff and Patrick Casale, two AuDHD mental health professionals, delve deep into the concept of Autistic masking as well as share their personal experiences with masking.

Top 3 reasons to listen to the entire episode:

1. Understand how autistic masking is not just about blending in, as well as how it can be both beneficial and harmful.
2. Identify ways that privilege, safety, and race intersect with masking.
3. Learn strategies to address burnout caused by masking and, if desired, to unmask if you are in a position and place to do so.

Masking can be a very charged and complex topic, so now, more than ever, we need to delve deeper into the complexities of autistic masking and promote understanding, empathy, and inclusivity.

Resources:

• Blog Post: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/blog/what-is-masking-in-autism
• You can also grab the Autistic masking checklist when you sign up for Dr. Neff’s newsletter: https://neurodivergentinsights.ck.page/51e276c041

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Hurricane Relief for WNC communities

This money will go to nonprofits who are boots on the ground. It will go to struggling individuals who do not have enough money for gas to get out, or who do not have enough money to provide their basic needs right now. Donate to Patrick's GoFundMe to help provide urgent aid for WNC communities affected by Hurricane Helene. Visit: atppod.com/wnc