Masking
True or False: being yourself looks different for everyone.
True! Being fully authentic isn't all or nothing, it's about having control over how much of yourself you share.
Aisha is great at organizing tasks and solving problems at work, but she often forces herself to smile and make eye contact during meetings. Name the example of masking you notice.
True or False: to ask for accommodations at work, you will have to disclose some information about your disability to your employer.
True
Tian decides to tell Human Resources about their disability to request flexible scheduling. What is this called?
Disclosure/Disclosing a support need
What color are the Minions from Despicable Me?
Yellow
True or False: masking increases when people feel safe, valued, and understood.
False! It decreases
Alex is on a Zoom meeting with his boss. During the meeting, he put a lot of effort into sitting still, smiling, nodding, taking turns, and making eye contact even though it made him feel uncomfortable. How might Alex feel after the meeting?
True or False: employers are allowed to ask you questions about your disability, but it must focus on the job function.
True.
James is interviewing for a job at an office. During the interview, he tells the employer that a quiet workspace would help him focus better. The employer asks "so what disability do you have? Is it ADHD or Autism?" Is the employer allowed to ask this? Yes/No
No, they cannot ask you about your specific diagnosis.
What is the name of the blue fish in Finding Nemo?
Dory
Name one example of masking in the workplace (you can use a personal example, if you feel comfortable)
forcing eye contact, rehearsing scripts, hiding discomfort/stimming, doing something to "blend in"
When Carlos becomes overwhelmed at work when the environment becomes chaotic, he tries to hide his stress. Instead of asking questions, he nods along and hopes he will "figure it out later". Will this: A) improve or B) decrease his work and well being?
B) decrease his work ethic and well being. Masking can often prevent someone from asking for support, leading to bigger challenges.
True or False: an employer is allowed to ask you what specific diagnosis or disability you have.
Bri is interviewing for a job at a warehouse that requires frequent standing. She mentions that she has a chronic health condition. The employer asks "how will your condition impact your ability to stand for long periods of time?". Is the employer allowed to ask this? Yes/No
In Toy Story, who says "To infinity and beyond!"?
Buzz Lightyear
normalize breaks, provide quiet spaces/sensory supports, communicate clearly, be flexible, promote acceptance, provide accommodations, predictable routines.
Morgan tries hard to suppress their motor tics at work, because they fear that their coworkers will think they're acting "unprofessional". Why does Morgan suppress their tics?
Masking to avoid looking different
Fill in the blank: When telling an employer about your disability, you ________(A) do, or (B) do not) need to share everything, only how it will affect your ability to do the job tasks.
B) do NOT
Priyanka is Autistic and is interviewing for a job at a grocery store. She feels confident that she can do most of the job tasks without help, but sometimes needs a quiet space and more frequent breaks to stay focused. Should Priyanka disclose her disability?
In The Little Mermaid, what is the name of Ariel's crab friend?
Sebastian
Fill in the blank: reducing masking is about changing __________. A) the person, or B) the environment
B! Reducing masking isn't about changing the person, it's about changing the environment
Lindsay likes to spend time with her friends. It often feels natural for her to contribute to the conversation because she has a lot to say, but she often has to remind herself to take turns because her friends don't like being interrupted. Which of these is a masking behaviour?
Fill in the blank: an a _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ n is a change int he environment, or in the way things are done for a person to have equal opportunities at work.
Accommodation
Frank just got his dream job at a bank. He feels comfortable doing all of the job duties without accommodations, and thinks he can manage on his own. Should Frank disclose his disability?
No, not unless he needs extra help to do the job
In Shrek, what type of animal does Donkey fall in love with?
A dragon