Published on 12, July, 2020
I find myself having to act like someone else just to get through work and get on with colleagues and talk in the shops. Don't know if there's a term for it. I wish I could just be myself but I don't think I could get through the day if I did that.
Hello. You seem to be talking about autistic masking. Here are some resources on the subject:
https://theautisticadvocate.com/autistic-masking/
2. Aucademy video- Autistic Masking
https://www.youtube.com/live/NVItB4UZbDY?feature=share
I hope this helps!