<p>n this episode, we break down 5 facts you need to know about autism in women. Many of these facts surprise people because autism in women is often missed, misunderstood, or misdiagnosed.</p><p>We explain why autistic women are diagnosed later in life, sometimes decades later. Masking plays a huge role. Many women learn early to copy social behavior, hide confusion, and push through overload. That comes at a cost.</p><p>You will learn how autism in women can look different from the stereotypes. This includes intense internal anxiety, strong empathy, people pleasing, burnout cycles, and sensory overload that gets ignored or dismissed.</p><p>We also talk about how autistic women are often misdiagnosed with anxiety, depression, or personality disorders before autism is considered. This delay affects self trust, mental health, and identity.</p><p>This episode supports autistic women, late diagnosed adults, and anyone questioning if they might be autistic. Clear language. Real experiences. No judgment.</p><p>Key topics include autism in women, female autism traits, masking in autistic women, late diagnosis, autistic burnout, and self understanding.</p><p>If this episode helps you, subscribe so you do not miss future episodes. Leave a review to help more people find this support. Share this episode with someone who needs it.</p><p>Strong call to action. Downloading my free autistic confidence training. Commenting <a href="http://www.bulletproofbrain.org" target="_new" rel="noopener">www.bulletproofbrain.org</a></p>