Have you ever felt like you were operating on a different \"social OS\" than everyone else? In this episode of Your Mind On, we’re pulling back the curtain on Camouflaging and Masking. While we all adjust our behavior to fit in sometimes, for the neurodivergent community, this \"social survival kit\" often comes with a staggering biological bill.
We dive deep into the clinical research behind the CAT-Q framework, exploring the three pillars of camouflaging: Masking, Compensation, and Assimilation. We’ll also discuss the Double Empathy Problem and the physiological reality of burnout—moving past \"feeling tired\" into the science of the HPA axis and hypocortisolism.
Stick around for our closing segment, where we share a moving listener story in our \"Safe Space\" vent session, exploring the intersection of parenting, advocacy, and the beauty of Kintsugi.
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Disclaimer: While this show explores psychological research and is hosted by a student of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, it is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a therapeutic relationship.
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