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Assessment methodology
Masking Assessment
Neurodivergence construct focused on social masking, burnout load, self-criticism and shame.
Instrument type
Scenario-based self-report using masking behavior evidence log.
Evidence lens
Evidence-backed
Diagnostic status
Reflective and educational. Not diagnostic, clinical, or a substitute for care.
Purpose
This can identify contexts where masking may be costly.
Limitations
It cannot determine neurotype or social intent. A reflective self-discovery signal. It supports insight and next steps, but it is not a diagnosis or clinical assessment.
What this gathers
masking behaviorsocial contextrecovery cost
Scholarly reference base
AERA, APA, and NCME (2014), Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing.
Messick (1995), validity and interpretation in psychological assessment.
Barkley (1997), ADHD and behavioral inhibition.
Hull et al. (2017), autistic camouflaging and masking.