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Understanding Adult Autism: Masking, Burnout, and Missed Diagnoses
LifeStance Psychologist Dr. Audrey Oliva explores what psychological assessment for adult autism really involves—and why so many adults are missed earlier in life. We discuss the full evaluation process, from the initial intake to in‑depth testing, behavioral observation, and comprehensive feedback. The conversation unpacks key concepts like masking, twice exceptionality, and autistic burnout, and explains how high intelligence, long‑term coping strategies, or overlapping conditions like trauma, ADHD, or OCD can complicate diagnosis. We also discuss common concerns adults have about “masking…
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