'Don’t Assume Quiet Is OK': How Overwhelmed Schools Miss Autism In Girls

'Don’t Assume Quiet Is OK': How Overwhelmed Schools Miss Autism In Girls

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Autism science has for years ignored women and girls, creating false beliefs about the spectrum. In her new book, Prof. Gina Rippon reveals the hidden reality and invites us to reconsider our misconceptions.

10 Signs and Symptoms of Autism in Girls

Medically reviewed by Kira Graves, PhDGirls with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), also known as autism, often have more subdued symptoms than those that occur in boys. Instead of showing the stereotypical signs of autism, factors such as social motivation can make girls more likely to hide their struggles. These and other differences in the way girls show symptoms of autism can affect their chances of getting the diagnosis they need.Maskot / Gett…

Clinicians Are Missing the Signs as Autistic Women Struggle to Get Diagnosed

Autistic women face systemic barriers to diagnosis and support due to outdated clinical models and a lack of awareness among mental health professionals. The post Clinicians Are Missing the Signs as Autistic Women Struggle to Get Diagnosed appeared first on Psychreg.