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How Do I Know If It's Safe to Unmask? Free Guide

A free guide to help you work out when, where, and with whom it may feel safe to unmask.

Created by Prof Tony Attwood & Dr Michelle Garnett — internationally recognised autism experts with over 80 years of combined clinical experience.

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A practical guide to making informed, self-protective choices about unmasking

What Unmasking Means

Understand what unmasking can look like, from stimming freely to dropping people-pleasing behaviours.

It's Not All or Nothing

See how you can unmask selectively, by person, place, energy, and how safe you feel.

10 Tips for Safe Unmasking

Practical ways to read a situation, from checking the environment to trusting your intuition.

Know the Signs

Two clear checklists to help you spot when a space may, or may not, be safe to unmask.

About the Authors

About the Authors

Attwood & Garnett Events was founded by Professor Tony Attwood and Dr Michelle Garnett as part of their vision to expand awareness, understanding and acceptance of autism amongst parents, professionals and the broader community.

Attwood & Garnett Events was founded by Professor Tony Attwood and Dr Michelle Garnett as part of their vision to expand awareness, understanding and acceptance of autism amongst parents, professionals and the broader community.

Michelle is also autistic with ADHD, late diagnosed — bringing both clinical expertise and lived experience to every session.