In the last 6 years we had finally begun to see a clinical understanding of autistic girls & women (rather than only boys & men) the female autism phenotype. Women & girls present totally differently, mask better & are at greater risk of social contagion. https://t.co/HYyu4lOSJ9
The Experiences of Late-diagnosed Women with Autism Spectrum Conditions: An Investigation of the Female Autism Phenotype.
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The collective discussions express strong agreement with the article’s findings on the female autism phenotype, with many emphasizing how it sheds light on overlooked experiences. Words like 'really interesting,' 'excited to read,' and references to the importance of understanding masking and late diagnosis demonstrate high interest and meaningful engagement. Although some discussions suggest potential shifts in how autism is diagnosed and understood, the overall impact appears to be raising awareness about gender differences in autism identification.
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The conversation highlights the growing recognition of female-specific autism traits, which could influence clinical practices.
Abstract in brief
- The study uses Framework Analysis to explore how the female autism phenotype contributes to the underdiagnosis of autism in girls and women, highlighting their experiences of masking and conflicts with traditional femininity.
- Fourteen women aged 22-30, diagnosed late, shared in-depth stories about pretending to be normal, encountering professionals who missed their diagnosis, and facing sexual abuse vulnerabilities.
- The findings suggest that better training for teachers and clinicians is needed to recognize autism in females early, which could help reduce risks and improve overall wellbeing for women on the spectrum.]
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Most liked on X and Bluesky@GretaThunberg Autistic girls are also known to "mask" to blend into Neurotypical circles more than boys do. This can lead to them getting overlooked in their diagnosis. (Look up #TakeOffTheMask for valuable stories). https://t.co/fmffJzeoXB
Sí, la ciencia y el psicodiagnóstico son androcentristas. De hecho, actualmente se propone añadir en los manuales diagnósticos el fenotipo autista en mujeres (mil años después): https://t.co/Rf4sU6DeH0 https://t.co/RLXBiRix6e
@rockofcentury @BlackLungxD3 @luvfoolishh @anatomicketten Don't worry, I'll give you more https://t.co/rOqGRgHebe and https://t.co/RGvsUbDN9z
@engineer_nic @tigerinstemm Unofficial list of symptoms here: https://t.co/QQK7Lo9VZb and this paper is very interesting exploring the female phenotype https://t.co/9XQYENcld9 (be warned of falling down a hole of referenced papers though!)
day 7 #JanuaryPapers excited to read this one - The Experiences of Late-diagnosed Women with Autism Spectrum Conditions: An Investigation of the Female Autism Phenotype https://t.co/jJupsn7wWw
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RT @xaotica: * Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions:
* Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions:
@TiffanyFong_ @elonmusk @durantic @SpaceX @GeminiApp @Google @grok @realDonaldTrump @X @solarcity @googlefi @CNviolations @sama @ericschmidt @brianbehlendorf @Xbox @Windows @VisualStudio @PlayStation @Office * Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions: An investigation of the female autism phenotype. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 46(10), 3281-3294.
@Davesgenius @elonmusk @X Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions: An investigation of the female autism phenotype. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 46(10), 3281-3294.
@felixchin1 Neil's a rapist and academics don't care Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions: An investigation of the female autism phenotype. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 46(10), 3281-3294.
@tszzl Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions: An investigation of the female autism phenotype. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 46(10), 3281-3294.
How autistic women may be perceived as irrational or NT: Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions.
@rockofcentury @BlackLungxD3 @luvfoolishh @anatomicketten Don't worry, I'll give you more https://t.co/rOqGRgHebe and https://t.co/RGvsUbDN9z
Explore the riveting investigation on "The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions," delving into the unique female autism phenotype. https://t.co/XaI2bx5hKf #WomensHealthProfessionalCare #WHPC24
Citation: Bargiela, S., Steward, R., & Mandy, W. (2016). The experiences of late-diagnosed women with autism spectrum conditions: An investigation of the female autism phenotype. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 46(10), 3281–3294. https://t.co/2nk8ogurwO
@LeonaMc6 @AutisticGirls_ - High rates of mental illness https://t.co/Zi1PMAwMYz - High rates of suicidality https://t.co/O24jzYrhdF - Harm caused by not recognising or supporting autism https://t.co/vftXKqSgAJ - Huge lack of understanding https://t.co/1RjxMwv1Y3
An article that discuss differences between males and females on the spectrum. https://t.co/Rv9KqE8iPR
this is a really great scholarly article i found on late diagnosis of autism in women / those who socially presented as women in adolescence. it’s not too rough a read in terms of educational articles either https://t.co/hbJhx1KwzI
RT @_brujaurbana: Sí, la ciencia y el psicodiagnóstico son androcentristas. De hecho, actualmente se propone añadir en los manuales diagnós…
Sí, la ciencia y el psicodiagnóstico son androcentristas. De hecho, actualmente se propone añadir en los manuales diagnósticos el fenotipo autista en mujeres (mil años después): https://t.co/Rf4sU6DeH0 https://t.co/RLXBiRix6e
day 7 #JanuaryPapers excited to read this one - The Experiences of Late-diagnosed Women with Autism Spectrum Conditions: An Investigation of the Female Autism Phenotype https://t.co/jJupsn7wWw
Really interesting read today #januarypapers #mySLTday https://t.co/ACHwBQR03B
@MrsNickyClark @jk_rowling I found this research recently to be very interesting. (You may well already be aware.) https://t.co/rrHLbLe1pX
In the last 6 years we had finally begun to see a clinical understanding of autistic girls & women (rather than only boys & men) the female autism phenotype. Women & girls present totally differently, mask better & are at greater risk of social contagion. https://t.co/HYyu4lOSJ9
@abrilnomas Uf, temazo. Acá una revisión bibliográfica bien general del tema: https://t.co/KIt1Oj7cX0 Si se te da el inglés, la discusión de este artículo está muy buena en relación a la conducta de camuflaje y dg tardío: https://t.co/w3g2Q55t3Q
@Shei_laVie https://t.co/Bm1H2JOtO3 Thanks, I can see a lot of myself in this.
RT @EricMGarcia: @GretaThunberg Autistic girls are also known to "mask" to blend into Neurotypical circles more than boys do. This can lead…
RT @EricMGarcia: @GretaThunberg Autistic girls are also known to "mask" to blend into Neurotypical circles more than boys do. This can lead…
@GretaThunberg Autistic girls are also known to "mask" to blend into Neurotypical circles more than boys do. This can lead to them getting overlooked in their diagnosis. (Look up #TakeOffTheMask for valuable stories). https://t.co/fmffJzeoXB
RT @thechildpsych: A key article for #LateDiagnosed #female #ASD, incl superb evocative quotes. Bravo @WillClinPsy et al https://t.co/eHdMf…
@ish_vanilla @ucl @AutisticaUK Participants may wish to discuss dx as one of the barriers, although we try not to ask leading questions. Previous studies that informed this one include https://t.co/1hEtV5eK65 , https://t.co/Geup9DHYiY , https://t.co/jKupY9Y7Nu , https://t.co/bI7VTsAfDm among several others
RT @thechildpsych: A key article for #LateDiagnosed #female #ASD, incl superb evocative quotes. Bravo @WillClinPsy et al https://t.co/eHdMf…
RT @DaisyShearer: @engineer_nic @tigerinstemm Unofficial list of symptoms here: https://t.co/QQK7Lo9VZb and this paper is very interesting…
@engineer_nic @tigerinstemm Unofficial list of symptoms here: https://t.co/QQK7Lo9VZb and this paper is very interesting exploring the female phenotype https://t.co/9XQYENcld9 (be warned of falling down a hole of referenced papers though!)
#actuallyautistic #SPFT #corruption #negligence #coverup "The Experiences of Late-diagnosed Women with Autism Spectrum Conditions: An Investigation of the Female Autism Phenotype" https://t.co/V3IihTMDEY https://t.co/GymbYFZlYn
@CassieDupras @nuttyhamster_5 Actually, that literally is a field of psychology. It's called qualitative research, and it's the only reason why women are finally getting diagnosed as autistic. The AQ & other "autism surveys" are still based on autistic cis white boys. https://t.co/bVbF4vVf2E
@soundcube 8. The Experiences of Late-diagnosed Women with Autism Spectrum Conditions: An Investigation of the Female Autism Phenotype: https://t.co/oulFuNlmI4 9. What About the Girls? Sex-Based Differences in Autistic Traits and Adaptive Skills: https://t.co/tDRRlXhS2t