Autism & People-Pleasing

People-pleasing is frequently tied to masking – suppressing or hiding one’s natural autistic behaviors to fit in. Being excessively “nice” or agreeable can become a mask in itself.

Overexplaining is frequently reported by autistic individuals, often stemming from a desire for clarity and a fear of being misunderstood.

Autistic individuals may find themselves in toxic friendships due to a variety of factors related to social interaction, communication, and differences in how they perceive and experience relationships

Neurodiversity is the concept that there is natural variation in how human brains function. It refers to neurocognitive differences such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more that have both strengths and struggles.