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- Masking (behavior) - Wikipedia
In psychology and sociology, masking, also known as social camouflaging, is a defensive behavior in which an individual conceals their natural personality or behavior in response to social pressure, abuse, or harassment
- What You Need to Know About Masking in Mental Health
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 other people’s demeanor or actions or engage in compensatory behaviors
- What Is Masking? - Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
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
- What Is ‘Masking,’ and Is It Harmful? - The New York Times
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
- What Is Masking? - Simply Psychology
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 back on how one truly feels and presenting a different emotional state to the outside world
- Masking and Neurodivergence: The Hidden Emotional Cost of Fitting In . . .
Masking, also known as camouflaging, is a coping strategy where neurodivergent individuals consciously or unconsciously hide their natural behaviours to appear neurotypical
- Unmasking 101: Learning to Be Who You Are - Psychology Today
Feeling burnt out from masking? Follow these research-backed steps to start unmasking safely and authentically
- Masking: Understanding This Common Behavioral Trait
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 while hiding their true feelings and personalities
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