Autistic Burnout vs Depression: How to Tell the Difference

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Feeling exhausted, unmotivated, or emotionally numb can be frightening. For autistic adults, these signs often raise the question: Is this burnout, or am I depressed? While they can overlap, autistic burnout and depression are not the same—and confusing them can delay the right kind of support. In Embracing Self-Care for Autistic Burnout: Your comprehensive resource […]