Masking is a strategy used by some autistic people, consciously or unconsciously, to appear non-autistic in order to blend in and be more accepted in society. Masking can happen in formal situations such as at school or work and in informal situations such as at home with family or socialising with friends.
More information around Masking, how to support Autistic people who mask or strategies for self-management can be found here:
National Autistic Society – ‘Masking’ www.autism.org.uk
NHS Leicestershire Partnership Trust ‘Masking when you’re Autistic’ www.leicspart.nhs.uk