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Your child seems happy, settled and capable at school. But what does it take to keep up that appearance?
For children with ADHD, autism and other special educational needs, masking can mean hiding difficulties, suppressing emotions and working incredibly hard to meet school and social expectations.
This practical parent guide explores masking in Key Stage 2, including hidden anxiety, friendship difficulties, emotional exhaustion and why a child may appear fine at school but struggle at home.
Understand what may be happening beneath the surface, recognise signs of distress and explore ways to support your child.
Because appearing to cope isn't always the same as coping.
Your child seems happy, settled and capable at school. But what does it take to keep up that appearance?
For children with ADHD, autism and other special educational needs, masking can mean hiding difficulties, suppressing emotions and working incredibly hard to meet school and social expectations.
This practical parent guide explores masking in Key Stage 2, including hidden anxiety, friendship difficulties, emotional exhaustion and why a child may appear fine at school but struggle at home.
Understand what may be happening beneath the surface, recognise signs of distress and explore ways to support your child.
Because appearing to cope isn't always the same as coping.