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When Masking Makes You Lose Yourself

I've been masking my autism for so long that I don't know what my natural personality is versus what I learned to survive socially.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Chronic adaptation to neurotypical expectations can create profound disconnection from authentic neurological responses and preferences.

Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The multiple selves model — psychological?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.