07/19/2025
๐ก Autism in Girls Can Look Different
Girls on the autism spectrum often display subtle or internalized behaviors that can be missed or misunderstood. These might include:
โ Intense interests (but socially acceptable ones)
โ Sensory quirks (like twirling hair or avoiding tags)
โ Perfectionism, mental rehearsing, or mimicking others
These are just as important as more obvious traitsโand understanding them can lead to better support ๐
๐ I put together a brief guide + links to helpful research:
https://broadviewpsych.com/f/recognizing-subtle-signs-of-autism-in-girls
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can present very differently in girls than in boys. While many people are familiar with the more obvious signs of autismโsuch as hand-flapping, lack of eye contact, or strong language delay...