Masking, in the context of children with mental health challenges, is frequently misapplied to explain behavioral differences between school and home settings. Many kids display challenging behaviors at home but behave appropriately in school or other environments. This inconsistency often leads parents to question the causes. The concept of masking, suggesting that a child is not showing their 'true' self in one environment, detracts from recognizing the importance of context in shaping children's behavior across different settings, which should inform better support strategies for families.
The concept of 'masking' is often misapplied to explain why neurodivergent kids show better behavior in school than at home, ignoring simpler explanations.
Focusing on masking detracts from understanding that context and environment are key to why children behave differently in various settings.
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