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chapter00
INTRODUCTION
Alienation
Values-Based Integration Process
chapter01
CHAPTER 1
What Is Autism, Really?
Defining Autism
“Typical” Autism
Why Is Autism Synonymous with White Boys Who Love Trains?
Suspect You’re Autistic?
A Few Notes on Terminology
Autism Terminology: Common Dos and Don’ts
chapter02
CHAPTER 2
Who Are the Masked Autistics?
Autistic Women and Gender Minorities
Traits Commonly Associated with “Female Autism”10
Emotional
Psychological
Behavioral
Social
Black and Brown Autistics
Highly Verbal and Outgoing Autistics
Autistics with Other Conditions
“Highly Functioning” Autistics
Meeting Masked Autistics and Finding Your Place in the Community
chapter03
CHAPTER 3
The Anatomy of the Mask
Reflecting on the Need to Mask: What Does Your Mask Protect You From?
What Is Masking?
The Double Bind of Being “Well-Behaved”
Masking as Overcorrection
chapter04
CHAPTER 4
The Cost of Masking
Propping Up the Mask: Problematic Coping Strategies and Why Masked Autistics Use Them
Problem Drinking or Substance Use
Eating-Disordered Behavior
Detachment and Dissociation
Adherence to Rigid Rules and Belief Systems
“Fawning” and Compulsive People-Pleasing
Problem Drinking and Substance Use
Eating-Disordered Behavior
Detachment and Dissociation
Adherence to Rigid Rules and Belief Systems
Warning Signs of a High-Control Group
Fawning and Compulsive People Pleasing
Fawning and People-Pleasing Reflection Tool57
chapter05
CHAPTER 5
Rethinking Autism
Reframing Autism Stereotypes
Reframing Autistic Stereotypes
Celebrating Special Interests
Special Interest Week:18
Rediscovering Your Values
Values-Based Integration:20
Feeling Gratitude for Your Autism—and Your Past
chapter06
CHAPTER 6
Building an Autistic Life
Divergent Design
Divergent Design Questions
Reimagine Success and Time
Do Your Own Thing, Your Own Way
Be Radically Visible
Radical Autism Visibility: Dressing to Unmask
Everyday Unmasking: Daily Challenges for Being Radically Visible
chapter07
CHAPTER 7
Cultivating Autistic Relationships
Self-Disclose — When It Makes Sense To
Cultivating Unmasked Friendships—Find Your “Strawberry People”
Communicate Clearly and Honestly
Letting Go of Neurotypical Expectations
Values-Based Integration15
Finding (and Making) Your Community
Self-Advocacy Organizations
Online Groups
Special Interest Meetups
General Tips and Things to Look Out For
chapter08
CHAPTER 8
Creating a Neurodiverse World
Expanded Legal Protections for Disabled People
Building Sensory-Friendly Public Spaces
Visual
Auditory
Tactile
Olfactory and Gustatory
Broadened Social Norms
Expanded Public and Professional Education on Neurodiversity
Common, Healthy Autistic Behaviors
Universal Health Care and Basic Income
Abolition of Carceral Systems
Unmasking Is for Everyone
chapter09
CONCLUSION
Integration
Key Qualities of the Redemptive Self4
Values-Based Integration
chapter10
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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The Power of Embracing our Hidden Neurodiversity
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