A Researcher’s Guide to Understanding and Appreciating Neurodivergent Mothers | The Brink

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Autistic mothers often mask their traits to fit into neurotypical society, which can lead to exhaustion and mental health challenges. Boston University researcher Meghan G. Graham highlights the underdiagnosis of autism in women and the impact of this masking on mother-child relationships. Her new book aims to help children of autistic mothers better understand and appreciate their neurodivergent parents.

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