This article examines Social Communication Disorder (SCD) and Autistic Burnout within the context of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). SCD, introduced in the DSM-5 in 2013, involves persistent difficulties in verbal and nonverbal social communication, distinct from autism as it lacks restricted and repetitive behaviours. Autistic burnout, characterized by chronic exhaustion and loss of skills due to prolonged stress and masking of autistic traits, highlights the impact of environmental pressures on autistic individuals. The article explores the intersection and divergence between SCD and autistic burnout, emphasizing the need for differentiated and supportive interventions to improve the quality of life for autistic individuals.