In part 2 of a 3-part set on autistic communication, Jeanne (she/her) discusses autistic masking and how it impacts autistic communication and presentation, including the consequences pressure to mask can have on autistics, looking at studies showing a concerning relationship between autistic masking and suicide, depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Jeanne is joined by fellow teacher Dora (she/her) and previous guest Amanda (she/her) as they share their personal relationships and experiences with masking as autistics.

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