Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education

SLP 341: A Teacher's Guide to AuDHD Girls: Shutdowns, Perfectionism, and the Veneer of Coping

April 27, 2026·36 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Masking: Girls mask autism symptoms making diagnosis difficult for teachers. ✅ Shutdowns: Shutdowns show quiet withdrawal meltdowns show overt emotional distress. ✅ Indicators: Watch for perfectionism anxiety comprehension gaps and excessive helpfulness. ✅ Communication: Parent teacher trust and communication identify masked symptoms effectively. ✅ Accommodations: Universal classroom accommodations help all students including masked neurodivergent children. ✅ Awareness: Diagnosis helps individuals understand how their brain works differently. ✅ Resources: Library books on neurodiversity help children self identify autism ADHD. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/audhd-girls-classroom-support Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

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