Taylor Antony

My onstage question focused on misconceptions surrounding neurodivergent women, and it was a topic that felt very personal to answer because it’s something so many of us experience every day.

One of the biggest misconceptions is that all neurodivergent conditions are obvious or visible. In reality, many neurodivergent girls and women spend years masking their symptoms, and you often can’t tell someone is neurodivergent just by looking at them. Most people are surprised to learn that I am.

This reality was highlighted when Miss Wisconsin 2025 shared on finals night that she lives with OCD, a neurodivergent condition. Many people were surprised because it wasn’t something they could see.

That’s why it’s so important to listen when girls and women talk about their experiences. No one knows what’s happening inside their mind better than they do. When we listen, believe, and support them, we create a world where more girls can get the understanding and resources they deserve. 💖

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