This episode explores "high masking" in PDA children and teens, across both the introverted and extroverted expression. It discusses the importance of recognizing masking, both for the sanity of parents, your child's well-being, and getting access to the structural support (diagnosis, insurance coverage, support at school), that you need.

Citations:

Rachel Dorsey, Autistic SLP (@dorseyslp) for term "High Masking"
Sally Cat, Introverted PDA Advocate. See her page "Sally Cat" for more information on masking from perspective of the nervous system.

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Casey

Ep. 10 - Masking, PDA Children and Teens, and YOU!