Masking

May 2, 2022 | Neurodivergence, Relationships, Secular Sexuality

Depending on where you look, about a quarter of us are neurodiverse. This can mean dramatically different experiences of the world for nearly half of all couples- but we don’t really talk about it much. Ready to shine some light on the ways we hide these relationships or mask ourselves while in them is Marie D’Elephant, friend of the show and everyone’s favorite agnostic. Catch the episode below and be sure to check back afterwards for some footNOTES!

Backdraft: Why Self-Compassion can make you feel worse, and what you can do about it. from Compassion Within

Attention Deficit Disorder Association

What is Masking and Why Do Neurodivergent People Do It? by Billie Olsen for LGBTQ and All

Autism and Masking During Sex by Dynamite Garden for NeuroClastic

The Art of Masking: Autistic Women who Mask by Charlotte Egeskov for Tiimo

Why it’s time to be honest about autistic women and sex by Amy Gravino for Spectrum News

I’m An Autistic Sex Worker, And Here’s Why It Works For Me by Hayley Jade for Huff Post

Autism, Masking, & Trans Identity by Rori Porter for Medium

Sex on the spectrum: Neurodivergence, misogyny and Autism Spectrum Disorder by Hollen V for Archer

How ADHD may impact your sex life by Anna Lovine for Mashable

When the Hidden Problem With Your Sex Life Is ADHD by Steven Snyder for The Cut

Neuroqueering; Verb

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