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The Imperfects

Fern Brady - Autistic in a Non-Autistic World

Apr 14, 2024
Scottish comedian Fern Brady discusses her recent Autism diagnosis in her 30s, sharing insights on living with Autism unknowingly for 30 years. She explores the challenges of being different without understanding why and reflects on the impact of her diagnosis on her life and relationships.
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  • Masking autism is like speaking a foreign language all day, causing exhaustion from the pressure to conform to societal norms.
  • Interacting in social settings can be challenging for autistic individuals, hindering advocacy for personal boundaries and needs in unsupportive environments.

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Challenges in Masking Autism

Trying to mask autism is like trying to speak a foreign language all day, never achieving fluency. The pressure to conform to neurotypical social cues can be overwhelming, leading to feelings of exhaustion.

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