The Samar Journal:
Neurodivergence & Mental Health

Why being capable doesn't always mean you're coping -- and what happens when the effort of appearing fine becomes unsustainable. Autistic Masking and Burnout. By Wajdi Akef Fakhoury, LMFT | Samar Neurodivergent Therapy Center At work, you're the person who gets things done. You answer emails, participate in meetings, meet deadlines, and handle unexpected problems. You make conversation with colleagues. You know when to smile, when to speak, and when to keep your frustrations