Dr. Rachel Moseley: Autism, Suicide, Masking, and the Mental Health Crisis Too Few People Understand
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Suicide is one of the most urgent—and least discussed—issues affecting the autistic community.
In this powerful episode, Tony Mantor welcomes Dr. Rachel Moseley, autistic researcher, author, and leading expert on autism, mental health, and suicide. Diagnosed with autism at age 28 while pursuing her PhD, Dr. Moseley shares her personal journey and explains why so many autistic individuals—especially women and those diagnosed later in life—struggle with depression, burnout, masking, and suicidal thoughts.
Together, they explore why autistic people face a significantly higher risk of suicide, the emotional cost of camouflaging autistic traits, the lifelong impact of bullying and isolation, and how society can better recognize and support autistic individuals before they reach a crisis.
This conversation is compassionate, honest, and filled with practical insight for autistic individuals, parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and anyone wanting to better understand autism and mental health.
In this episode:
• Dr. Rachel Moseley's late autism diagnosis
• Why autistic women are often diagnosed later in life
• The hidden dangers of masking and camouflaging
• Autism, depression, and burnout
• Suicide risk in the autistic community
• Warning signs families should recognize
• The lifelong effects of bullying and isolation
• Puberty, menopause, and mental health challenges
• Why belonging and community matter
• Practical ways to support autistic loved ones
• The importance of acceptance over masking
• Building a society where autistic people can thrive
If this episode is meaningful to you, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share this conversation. Greater awareness can help save lives.
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