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Autism Quiz: Do I Have Autism?

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Medically reviewed by Jeffrey Ditzell, DO — By Christina Ward — Updated on April 11, 2021

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the way a person thinks, behaves, and communicates.

While children are typically screened for autism symptoms as early as 18 months, it can be diagnosed later in older children, adolescents, and even adults.

This brief, time-saving test is designed for anyone who thinks they might benefit from an autism screening or evaluation.

The items below will help you determine whether you may need an in-depth evaluation including screening tools, parental or family insight, and clinical observations.

A mental health professional can also help figure out if your symptoms might be a sign of another mental health condition and recommend treatment if needed.

This online screening is not a definitive tool. It will not conclusively guarantee that you have autism.

However, it will measure if you have any autism-related traits, based on your own self-assessment.

Only a trained medical professional, such as a doctor or mental health professional, can help you determine the next best steps for you.

This free autism quiz was adapted from the Autism Spectrum Screening Questionnaire (ASSQ) designed to screen for the possibility of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This is not a diagnostic tool and should be considered for personal use only. An accurate diagnosis can be made only through a clinical evaluation. If you think you might have ASD, consider speaking with a primary care doctor, psychiatrist or another mental health professional. They can perform a clinical evaluation that includes screening tools, parental or family insight, and clinical observations to arrive at the most accurate diagnosis.

Instructions

The items below refer to your preferences and behaviors over the course of your life. For the results of this quiz to be most accurate, try to be as honest as possible in your responses.

This online screening is not a diagnostic tool. Only a trained medical professional, like a doctor or mental health professional, can help you determine the next best steps for you.

Ready to start therapy? Our Find a Therapist resource may help.

Last medically reviewed on April 11, 2021

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Question 1

I prefer to do things on my own, rather than with others.

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Question 2

I prefer doing things the same way - for instance my morning routine or trip to the supermarket

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Question 3

I find myself becoming strongly absorbed in something – even obsessional

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Question 4

I am very sensitive to noise and will wear earplugs or cover my ears in certain situations

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Question 5

Sometimes people say I am being rude, even though I think I am being polite.

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Question 6

I find it easy to imagine what characters from a book might look like.

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Question 7

I find it easy to talk in groups of people

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Question 8

I am more interested in finding out about ‘things’ than people

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Question 9

I find numbers, dates and strings of information fascinating

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Question 10

I prefer non-fiction books and films to fiction

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Question 11

I find it upsetting if my daily routine is upset or changed

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Question 12

It’s difficult for me to understand other people’s facial expression and body language

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Question 13

I don’t have any problems making small talk with new people

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Question 14

I notice very small changes in a person’s appearance

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Question 15

When I was young I used to play lots of ‘let’s pretend’ or imaginary games

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Question 16

I like collecting information about things I am interested in

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Question 17

I like meeting new people

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Question 18

People close to me say I talk about the same things repeatedly

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Question 19

I find it easy to work out what people are thinking or feeling just by looking at their facial expressions

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Question 20

New social situations make me feel anxious

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Question 21

It’s important to me to carefully plan any activities I am going to do

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Question 22

I find it hard to work out what people’s intentions are

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Question 23

I would find it really hard to play imaginary games with children

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Question 24

I am a good diplomat and can help ease difficult social or work situations

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Question 25

I am often the last person to understand a joke

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Question 26

I like doing things spontaneously

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Question 27

If I am interrupted doing something I find it hard to get back to what I was doing before hand

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Question 28

I notice patterns in things all the time

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Question 29

I have some very strong interests and get upset if I can’t pursue them

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Question 30

I can tell if someone I am talking to is getting bored

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When answering the above questions please consider how much the statements apply to you.

The above 30 questions may be useful to understand if you are experiencing some of the common behaviours and thoughts associated with being on the Autistic Spectrum. The questions are based on an evidence-based screening tool – the Autism Spectrum Quotient – but are indicative only and do not form a formal diagnosis.

References: S. Baron-Cohen, S. Wheelwright, R. Skinner, J. Martin and E. Clubley, (2001) The Autism Spectrum Quotient (AQ) : Evidence from Asperger Syndrome/High Functioning Autism, Males and Females, Scientists and Mathematicians Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders 31:5-17

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A diagnostic test that allows you to independently track the dynamics of a child's development - NGO of assistance to children with ASD "Contact"

ATEC Autism Test to assess progress and identify problems

The

Autism Test, ATEK, is used to assess progress in children with autism. Scoring is automatic.

I. Speech/Language/Communication Skills

1. Knows own name: YesSometimesNo	2. Responds to 'no' or 'stop': YesSometimesNo
3. Can execute some commands: YesSometimesNo	4. Can say one word: YesSometimesNo
5. Can say 2 words in a row: YesSometimesNo	6. Can say 3 words in a row: YesSometimesNo
7. Knows 10 or more words: YesSometimesNo	8. Uses sentences of 4 or more words in speech: YesSometimesNo
9. Explains what he/she wants: YesSometimesNo	10. Asks meaningful questions: YesSometimesNo
11. Speech is most often meaningful/logical: YesSometimesNo	12. Often uses sentences arranged in a logical sequence: YesSometimesNo
13. Maintains a conversation: YesSometimesNo	14. Has normal communication skills for her age: YesSometimesNo

II. Socialization

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1. Seems to be in a shell - you can't reach him/her: YesSometimesNo	2. Ignores other people: YesSometimesNo
3. Doesn't pay much attention when he/she is spoken to: YesSometimesNo	4. Not willing to work together: YesSometimesNo
5. No eye contact: YesSometimesNo	6. Prefers to be alone: YesSometimesNo
7. Shows no affection: YesSometimesNo	8. Doesn't greet parents: YesSometimesNo
9. Avoids contact with others: YesSometimesNo	10. No simulation: YesSometimesNo
11. Dislikes touching/hugs: YesSometimesNo	12. Not divided, no pointing gesture: YesSometimesNo
13. Does not wave goodbye: YesSometimesNo	14. Naughty/Naughty: YesSometimesNo
15. Has fits of anger, irritability: YesSometimesNo	16. Lack of friends/no company: YesSometimesNo
17. Rarely smiles: YesSometimesNo	18. Doesn't understand other people's feelings: YesSometimesNo
19. Indifferent if sympathy is expressed to him: YesSometimesNo	20. Does not respond to parental care: YesSometimesNo

III. Sensory skills/Cognitive abilities

1. Responds to own name: YesSometimesNo	2. Responds to praise: YesSometimesNo
3. Looks at people and animals: YesSometimesNo	4. Looks at pictures (and TV): YesSometimesNo
5. Can draw, paint, craft: YesSometimesNo	6. Plays with toys correctly: YesSometimesNo
7. Facial expression appropriate to the situation: YesSometimesNo	8. Understands what is happening on the TV screen: YesSometimesNo
9. Understands explanations: YesSometimesNo	10. Is aware of the environment: YesSometimesNo
11. Recognizes danger: YesSometimesNo	12. Shows imagination: YesSometimesNo
13. Shows initiative: YesSometimesNo	14. Knows how to dress himself: YesSometimesNo
15. Shows curiosity, interest: YesSometimesNo	16. Courageous - explores surroundings: YesSometimesNo
17. Adequately perceives the environment, does not withdraw into himself: YesSometimesNo	18. Looks where others are looking: YesSometimesNo

IV. Health / Growth / Behavior

1. Bedwetting: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	2. Peeing in pants/diapers: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem
3. Pooping in pants/diapers: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	4. Diarrhea: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem
5. Constipation: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	6. Sleep problems: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem
7. Eating too much/too little: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	8. Eats a very limited set of foods: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem
9. Hyperactivity: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	10. Apathy: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem
11. Hits or injures himself: No problem Minor problem Medium problem Serious problem	12. Hitting or injuring others: No problem Minor problem Medium problem Serious problem
13. Breaks and throws everything around: No problem Minor problem Medium problem Serious problem	14. Sound Sensitivity: No Problem Mild Problem Moderate Problem Serious Problem
15. Anxiety/fear: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	16. Depression/tears: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem
17. Seizures: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	18. Obsessive Speech: Not a Problem Mild Problem Medium Problem Serious Problem
19. Same procedure: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	20. Screams and Shouts: No Problem Minor Problem Medium Problem Serious Problem
21. Need for uniformity: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	22. Persistent agitation: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem
23. Insensitivity to pain: No problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem	24. Concentration on certain subjects/topics: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem
25. Repetitive movements: Not a problem Mild problem Medium problem Serious problem

Outcome scale:

10-15 non autistic child, completely normal, well developed child
16-30 non-autistic child, slight developmental delay
31-40 mild or moderate autism
41-60 moderate autism
61 and above severe autism

The ATEC test is not a diagnostic test, but serves to evaluate progress. The test is not intended to confirm the presence of autism, for an accurate diagnosis, you must contact a specialist.

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Childhood autism

Pervasive (general) developmental disorder characterized by disturbances in social interaction and communication, as well as the presence of stereotypes and limited interests. This disorder manifests itself at an early age (up to three years). nine0003

In countries using the ICD-10, the diagnosis of childhood autism" is still relevant, while in the DSM-5 it is included in the diagnosis of "disorder autism spectrum"

Autism (autism spectrum disorder, ASD) is a neurological disorder development with a variety of symptoms.

Modified Autism Screening Test for Children, Revised (M-CHAT-R)

Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers- Revised, M-CHAT-R nine0003

Screening A Level I Risk Assessment Tool for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a child between the ages of 16 and 30 months. Consists of 20 questions can be answered by both the parent and any other adult in close contact with child. The survey can be conducted both in person and over the phone. or even online. This questionnaire is considered the most studied and effective a level I screening tool for ASD risk assessment. nine0003

To take the test to determine the risk of autism in a child, be sure to contact your clinic.

You can familiarize yourself with the test and pre-pass it at the link . You you can take the online version of the M-CHAT-R questionnaire, which allows you to determine the risk of autism in a child aged 16-30 months. It consists of 20 questions for parents. It usually takes a few minutes to answer questions. For passing test, follow the active link above or click on the banner: nine0003

Video about identifying signs of autism in a child: "Watch the child"

List useful online resources on autism:

http://test-autism.

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