The Curious Case of “Autism Camouflaging” – Via The British Psychologial Society
Despite the rising rates of childhood diagnoses of autism, many autistic people are often not identified as being on the spectrum until adulthood. While there is a growing amount of research dedicated to autistic adults, some are speculating that many autistic adults have learned coping strategies in order to fit in and thus making it harder for professionals to detect their condition. The British Psychological Society examines this phenomenon in reviewing the first major study addressing adult autistic behavior. Let us know your thoughts!