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SLP 293: The Hidden Exhaustion: Recognising Masking in Neurodiverse Students

SLP 293: The Hidden Exhaustion: Recognising Masking in Neurodiverse Students

Published 1 year, 3 months ago
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Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference.

In this episode, we will discuss:

✅ Masking hides anxiety, causing exhaustion and autism burnout.
✅ Neurodiverse kids often behave differently at home and school.
✅ Frequent meltdowns occur after sustained masking at school.
✅ Regular breaks are essential for sensory and social recovery.
✅ Coping and masking differ; masking involves hiding autistic traits.
✅ Social skill-building should support authenticity, not conformity.
✅ Emotional regulation strategies help reduce long-term burnout risks.

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