The Silent Spectrum: How Autism Presents Differently in Females vs. Males

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is often perceived as a predominantly male condition, with a gender ratio that skews heavily towards boys—around 4:1. But this statistic tells only part of the story. Historically, autism has been underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed in females, largely because they tend to present symptoms differently than males. The result? Many girls and women with ASD have gone undetected, often not receiving a diagnosis until much later in life, if at all. So, how does autism manifest differently in females compared to males?