Autistic Masking Explained: Signs, Impact, and How to Recognize It

What is autism masking—and why is it so important to understand?
In this video, I break down autistic masking using insights from Dr. Megan Anna Neff’s Autistic Burnout Workbook and research from Embrace Autism.
You’ll learn:
*The definition of autistic masking
*Signs and strategies autistic people use to mask
*How masking affects identity, mental health, and burnout
*The connection between masking, ADHD, and camouflaging
*Why masking is sometimes a necessary safety strategy
*How do I stop masking autism?
How to know if you're masking autism?


Whether you’re autistic, ADHD, or supporting someone who masks, this guide will help you recognize the signs and understand the impact.

📚 Resources mentioned in this video:
Dr Neff's The Autistic Masking Workbook (from Neurodivergent Insights.com) ****USE CODE AUDHDBOSS**** FOR A DISCOUNT ON THE WORKBOOK more here:
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Autistic Burnout Workbook by Dr. Megan Anna Neff: https://bookshop.org/a/108800/9781507...

Embrace Autism – https://embrace-autism.com/audhd-and-...

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:25 What is autistic masking?
4:10 Dr. Megan Anna Neff’s definition
7:45 Embrace Autism’s perspective
11:05 Masking and identity
15:20 Burnout and mental health effects
20:15 Masking vs. unmasking
23:50 Tips for supporting someone who masks
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