Women and girls with autism spectrum disorder often don't display the behaviors people typically associate with neurodivergence, greatly impacting when, how -- and if -- they are diagnosed. Autism acceptance advocate Kate Kahle makes the case for more research into this gender discrepancy, sharing her personal experience with masking, being diagnosed as a teenager and how it allowed her to better understand herself. "Autism is not a disease, and it doesn't need to be cured," she says. "It's just a different way some brains can work."

Kate Kahle: Why autism is often missed in women and girls

Why autism is often missed in women and girls

Autism's sensory challenges, from unbearable textures to sounds, reveal the complex inner experiences behind neurodiversity.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) defies stereotypes, presenting in varied forms that challenge societal expectations of neurotypical behavior.

The journey of women with autism highlights the need for broader research and understanding to bridge gender discrepancies in diagnosis.