autism in women

Signs of autism in adult women including masking, sensory sensitivity, and social exhaustion

Signs of Autism in Adult Women: What Often Gets Missed

Many women reach adulthood feeling different but never quite understanding why. They may have been labeled shy, anxious, overly sensitive, perfectionistic, socially awkward, or even “too emotional.” Some spend years in therapy for anxiety, depression, or burnout before discovering that autism may be part of the picture. Because autism often presents differently in women than […]

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The Hidden Epidemic: Undiagnosed Autism in Adult Women

The Hidden Epidemic: Undiagnosed Autism in Adult Women

For years, autism has been predominantly associated with young boys, leaving many women undiagnosed and struggling in silence. Autism in women often looks different than the traditional traits highlighted in diagnostic criteria, leading to a “hidden epidemic” of undiagnosed autism in adult women. If you’ve ever felt out of place, struggled to maintain social connections,

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