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Autism Test

20 Questions
3 Minutes

Could you be on the autism spectrum?

Autism, which can include social challenges, repetitive behaviors, and differences in information processing, may go undiagnosed until adulthood, particularly for those who are high-functioning. Take this test to determine if you may be showing signs of autism.

Using the key below, answer the questions based on how strongly you agree or disagree with the statement.

Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Strongly Agree
Agree
1. I am good at spotting patterns that other people miss.
Disagree
Agree
2. I prefer to do things the same way every time.
Disagree
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3. I find it challenging to understand the unspoken rules of social interaction.
Disagree
Agree
4. People often tell me I’m being rude when I’m not trying to be.
Disagree
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5. I have one or two special interests that can feel all-consuming.
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Agree
6. I am very sensitive to physical sensations, such as how my clothes feel on my body.
Disagree
Agree
7. Eye contact can be uncomfortable for me.
Disagree
Agree
8. I’m good at small talk or routine chitchat.
Disagree
Agree
9. People tell me I’m too literal.
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Agree
10. In conversations, I’m often unsure of when it’s my turn to talk.
Disagree
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11. Repetitive movements, like pacing or flexing my fingers, comfort me when I’m stressed.
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12. When my routine is disrupted, it can be distressing.
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13. I like to collect or track specific types of information—for example, train schedules, historical dates, or different varieties of birds.
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Agree
14. I mimic other people’s behavior to appear “normal.”
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15. It’s easy for me to understand what others are thinking, even if they don’t say it.
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Agree
16. I can talk about my interests for hours and hours.
Disagree
Agree
17. I often miss when people say one thing but mean something else.
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Agree
18. Certain sounds that don’t seem to bother other people are very upsetting to me.
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19. I find it challenging to be in a conversation with two or more people.
Disagree
Agree
20. Imagining something that’s not real can be difficult for me.
Disagree
Agree
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Who Is This Autism Test For?

This test is for anyone who notices social-communication challenges, sensory sensitivities, repetitive behaviors, or other symptoms that may be indicative of autism. This is designed for adults and is not intended to be diagnostic.

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How to Get Help with Autism

If you think you may be showing signs of autism, seek an evaluation from a mental health professional. To find one near you, visit the Psychology Today Therapy Directory.

Sources

  • Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition
  • Baron-Cohen, S. et al. Autism Spectrum Quotient (AQ)
  • Ritvo, R. et al. Ritvo Autism Asperger Diagnostic Scale-Revised (RAADS-R)
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