Autism in Girls and Women: Why It’s Often Missed

Autism doesn’t look the same for girls and women. Their traits can be quieter, subtler, or wrapped up in a lot of “masking,” making them harder to spot.

Autism doesn’t look the same for girls and women. Their traits can be quieter, subtler, or wrapped up in a lot of “masking,” making them harder to spot.

Think back to your school days. Were you the girl who always did her homework, never caused trouble, and worked twice as hard as everyone else just to keep up?

Why is it that girls with ADHD are more likely to go undiagnosed or be diagnosed later than boys?