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Autism Masking in Children: Why Some Kids Hide It

Some children appear calm and well-behaved at school but become overwhelmed or emotional once they return home. This pattern may be linked to autism masking, where children consciously hide behaviours associated with autism in order to fit in socially. In this article, we explore why some autistic children mask their difficulties, the emotional toll it can take, and how parents can better support their child after a long day of holding everything in.

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