The Role of Self-Compassion in Mitigating the Mental Health Effects of Masking Among Autistic Adults

Poster Session III - Research Proposal Posters

Keyword: Autism Spectrum Disorders

Abstract: This study will examine the relationship between masking and mental health outcomes in 55 autistic adults. Participants will complete validated measures of masking, self-compassion, anxiety, depression, and autistic traits. Regression analyses will assess masking’s mental health impacts, with self-compassion examined as a moderator. Findings will contribute to strengths-based autism research.

• Kate Rho (Presenting Author)
• Elise Ng-Cordell (Author)
• Connor Kerns (Author)