Masking can be a behavior individuals adopt subconsciously as coping mechanisms or a trauma response, or it can be a conscious behavior an individual adopts to fit in within perceived societal …

Sep 9, 2025 · Masking, sometimes referred to as “camouflaging,” occurs when someone attempts to hide their mental health symptoms in an effort to blend in with people around them. They may copy …

Oct 18, 2024 · Masking is a way of representing yourself to be more like how others expect you to be. It’s a way of hiding yourself (or parts of yourself) that you don’t want to present to the world.

3 days ago · Masking all the time “suggests that the way you fundamentally are is a problem,” said Sara Woods, a clinical psychologist at the University of Washington Autism Center and in private practice ...

Apr 5, 2024 · Masking (sometimes referred to as camouflaging) involves suppressing or hiding one's behaviors or traits to appear a certain way. Emotional masking specifically refers to hiding or holding …

Mar 25, 2025 · Feeling burnt out from masking? Follow these research-backed steps to start unmasking safely and authentically.

Jul 28, 2025 · Masking, also known as camouflaging, is a coping strategy where neurodivergent individuals consciously or unconsciously hide their natural behaviours to appear neurotypical.

May 14, 2025 · Masking is when you change how you act or speak to hide your true personality or natural tendencies. The aim is to cover up traits you think might be judged as “flaws,” so you can …

Jan 1, 2025 · Masking is a complex behavior, often stemming from a variety of psychological factors. At its core, masking serves as a defense mechanism, helping individuals navigate social situations …

May 5, 2025 · Masking is when we hide or suppress something about ourselves — emotions, personality traits, behaviours, or symptoms — from others. It’s a coping mechanism used to protect …