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    Early warning signs of autistic burnout

    Autistic burnout may seem to occur suddenly. However, it is often preceded by progressive signs. These signs resemble those of burnout once it is fully developed, but they appear more slowly and in a less intense way. They are mainly distinguished by their gradual onset and their milder expression compared to burnout when it becomes fully established. This topic is rarely discussed in the literature, even though it helps warn of an approaching autistic burnout.

    10 signs of autistic burnout

    Autistic burnout is a common syndrome experienced by many autistic people at least once in their lives. It often occurs after years of sensory overload and masking—that is, the constant effort to hide or compensate for autistic traits in order to meet social expectations. It manifests as extreme fatigue, but also through a range of cognitive, sensory, and emotional signs that distinguish it from depression or occupational burnout.