Behind the Mask: Understanding Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Masking in 2e Kids

Jamie and Rainn presented on "Behind the Mask: Understanding Anxiety, Perfectionism, and Masking in 2E Kids," discussing how 2E learners manage anxiety through masking while maintaining high academic performance. They explained how masking develops from years of social feedback and environmental cues, leading to identity confusion and burnout. The presenters shared their personal experiences as late-diagnosed neurodivergent individuals and emphasized the importance of creating safe spaces where children can remove their masks and express their true selves.