Sedgewick, Felicity
Autism and Masking: How and Why People Do It, and the Impact It Can Have
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- ISBN 13:
- 9781787755796
- author:
- Sedgewick, Felicity
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 22.8 x 15.2 x 1.8 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Psychopathology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Autistic people often feel the need to present as neurotypical or perform neurotypical social behaviours in order to fit in. This phenomenon, known as 'masking', is a social survival strategy used by autistic individuals in situations where neurodiversity is not understood or welcomed. This book combines the latest research with personal case studies detailing autistic experiences of masking, exploring the various strategies used to mask in social situations, the psychology behind masking, and its consequences on mental and physical health. It also provides guidance for family, professionals, and employers on how to support autistic people who mask.
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