Girls Are Autistic Too: Misdiagnosed By Misogyny
In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott are joined by in-house therapist Ashley Bentley to explore the key differences between autistic men and women. We discuss how traits like repetitive behaviours and emotional expression show up differently, and the diagnostic biases and misogynistic societal expectations that affect late or missed diagnoses in women.
🎤 In this episode, you'll learn about:
- How autistic masking differs between men and women
- How special interests manifest in men and women
- Why autistic girls and women are often overlooked or misdiagnosed
- The role of social conditioning in shaping autistic expression in men and women
- The societal pressures faced by Autistic women in relation to masking behaviours
Whether you're autistic, suspect you might be, or want to support a loved one better, this episode is packed with insights on gendered experiences of autism you won't want to miss.
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