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Actually, I'm Autistic: Relatable Advice from a Late-Diagnosed Woman Who Couldn't Mask Forever

by Katherine L'Etang

Autism, masking, and late diagnosis in women

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Autism, masking, and late diagnosis in women

Katherine L’Etang draws on her experience of recognizing her own autism after her children were diagnosed, linking personal discovery with practical topics for autistic adults. The book addresses ways autism may present in women and nonbinary people, alongside friendship and romantic relationships, pursuing a formal diagnosis, and parenting neurodivergent children while being neurodivergent yourself. Its scope brings together identity, family life, and everyday support, with anecdotes and advice framed around self-understanding and autistic joy.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Autistic women and nonbinary people exploring how autism may present beyond familiar stereotypes
  • Adults considering formal diagnosis or seeking language for masking and self-understanding
  • Neurodivergent parents looking for advice on parenting neurodivergent children

Themes

Autism and genderMasking and self-understandingDiagnosis and supportRelationships and parentingAutistic joy

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Book overview

Unmask and live authentically as your amazing autistic self

The more we learn about autism, the more we see how it affects girls and women in ways that might look different from what we've been taught to expect. More and more women are realizing that because they didn't fit certain stereotypes, they missed out on an accurate diagnosis that would have helped them understand who they are and seek the support they needed. Instead, they've lived their whole lives behind a mask, trying to act neurotypical when they are, as the popular hashtag says, #ActuallyAutistic.

One of those women is Katherine L'Etang, aka @TheNeurodiversityMom. It wasn't until her children were diagnosed with autism (and later, ADHD) that she realized she was autistic too. Since then, she's been on a journey of self-discovery and healing, sharing her insights with her online community along the way. And with this book, she'll share them with you.

Inside, you'll find:
  • Info on common ways autism can present in women and nonbinary people
  • Tips for autistic friendships and romantic relationships
  • How to pursue a formal diagnosis (if at all)
  • Guidance on parenting neurodivergent kids when you're neurodivergent too
...and much more.

Learn how to accept yourself for who you are and embrace autistic joy with this trove of practical anecdotes and advice.
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