# Girls don't get autism

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Podcast: [Ladies, We Need To Talk](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ladies-we-need-to-talk-636876)
Published: 2026-06-03T04:03:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/ladies-we-need-to-talk/girls-don-t-get-autism/106736860
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For decades autism was thought of as a "boy thing" and girls were overlooked by science. According to research, three boys are diagnosed with autism for every girl. While experts point to genetic differences, there are other reasons why girls often go undiagnosed, including their ability to mask their autistic traits, leading to what's referred to as the "female autism invisibility cloak". In this episode, Grace meets women and gender diverse people who have been diagnosed with autism later in life or are still waiting. She also speaks to neuroscientist Dr Gina Rippon about what the latest research has to say. Featuring The Assembly's Bethany Woodman. Listen to more from the Autistic AF with Grace Tame series: Either I'm autistic, or I'm a cat The relationship spectrum The health gap no one talks about Watch the first episode on ABC Australia YouTube .

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