Do I Have Autism?

How do you feel in social situations?

Comfortable and at ease

I avoid social situations altogether

Very uncomfortable

Slightly uncomfortable

How do you feel about changes to your daily routine?

Changes to my routine can be stressful, but I can handle them

I don't mind changes to my routine

I prefer sticking to a familiar routine

Changes to my routine are extremely stressful and can cause a lot of anxiety

How do you feel about physical touch?

I don't mind physical touch, but I don't seek it out

Physical touch can be uncomfortable for me

I avoid physical touch altogether

I enjoy physical touch and affection

How do you react to loud or unexpected noises?

They cause me a lot of anxiety and stress

I notice them, but they don't usually bother me

They don't bother me at all

They can be annoying or uncomfortable

Do you have difficulty making and maintaining eye contact during conversations?

I can make eye contact, but it can be uncomfortable

I avoid making eye contact, but I can force myself to do it

I avoid making eye contact altogether

No, I make eye contact easily

Do you tend to take things people say very literally?

I struggle to understand most figures of speech and metaphors

Sometimes, but I usually understand the intended meaning

No, I can understand sarcasm and metaphor easily

Yes, I often take things too literally

Do you have any repetitive behaviors or routines that you feel compelled to follow?

I have a few routines, but they don't bother me if I can't follow them

I have a lot of repetitive behaviors or routines that I feel I have to follow

I have some repetitive behaviors or routines that I feel I have to follow

No, I don't have any repetitive behaviors or routines

Do you have a hard time understanding nonverbal cues like facial expressions or body language?

I struggle to understand most nonverbal cues

No, I can read nonverbal cues easily

I have difficulty reading nonverbal cues and understanding their meanings

I can read them, but I sometimes misinterpret them

Do you have a strong interest in one or more specific topics or hobbies?

I have one or two interests that I'm very passionate about

I have a strong interest in one or more specific topics or hobbies that I spend a lot of time on

I have a few interests, but they don't dominate my life

No, I don't have any particular interests or hobbies

Do you have difficulty understanding or engaging in small talk?

No, I enjoy small talk and can easily engage in it

I don't mind small talk, but I don't always know what to say

I avoid small talk altogether

I find small talk difficult and usually try to avoid it

Do you tend to get very upset or anxious when things don't go according to plan?

I get upset or anxious when things deviate from the plan

I can handle some changes, but others can be stressful for me

I get extremely upset or anxious when things don't go to plan

No, I'm pretty flexible and can handle changes easily

Do you find it difficult to understand other people's emotions?

I have a lot of difficulty understanding people's emotions

I can usually understand people's emotions, but not always

I have difficulty understanding people's emotions and often misinterpret them

No, I can understand people's emotions easily

Do you prefer to have a few close friends rather than a large group of acquaintances?

I have difficulty making friends and prefer to be alone most of the time

I like having a few close friends, but also enjoy socializing with others

No, I prefer having a large group of friends and acquaintances

I prefer having a few close friends and feel uncomfortable in large social groups

Do you struggle to understand sarcasm or jokes?

I can't understand most sarcasm or jokes

I understand most sarcasm and jokes, but some can be difficult

No, I understand sarcasm and jokes easily

I have difficulty understanding sarcasm and jokes

Do you have a tendency to repeat certain phrases or words over and over again?

I repeat the same phrases or words constantly

I have several phrases or words that I repeat often

I have a few phrases or words that I repeat sometimes

No, I don't have any repetitive speech patterns

Do you prefer to follow a strict schedule or routine?

I prefer to follow a strict schedule or routine, but can handle some changes

I need to follow a strict schedule or routine or I become very anxious and stressed

I like having a routine, but can be flexible if necessary

No, I don't need a strict schedule or routine

Do you have difficulty understanding social norms or rules?

I understand most social norms and rules, but some can be confusing

No, I understand social norms and rules easily

I don't understand social norms or rules at all

I have difficulty understanding social norms and rules

Do you enjoy physical activities or sports?

I enjoy some physical activities or sports, but not all of them

I avoid physical activities or sports altogether

Physical activities or sports can be uncomfortable or difficult for me

Yes, I enjoy physical activities and sports

Do you have difficulty initiating or maintaining conversations with others?

I avoid initiating or maintaining conversations with others altogether

I have difficulty initiating or maintaining conversations with others

No, I can initiate and maintain conversations easily

I can initiate and maintain conversations, but it can be difficult or uncomfortable

Do you tend to focus on small details rather than the bigger picture?

I tend to focus on small details rather than the bigger picture

I can focus on either small details or the bigger picture, depending on the situation

No, I tend to focus on the bigger picture

I can't focus on either small details or the bigger picture

Do you have difficulty understanding metaphors or figures of speech?

I can understand most metaphors and figures of speech, but some can be confusing

I can't understand most metaphors or figures of speech

No, I can understand metaphors and figures of speech easily

I have difficulty understanding metaphors and figures of speech

Do you prefer to have a set routine for your meals and eating habits?

I have a strict routine for my meals and eating habits

No, I'm flexible with my eating habits and routines

I have very specific rules and rituals around my meals and eating habits

I prefer to have a general routine for my meals and eating habits

How do you prefer to spend your free time?

Pursuing individual hobbies or interests

Mostly alone, immersed in my own activities

Socializing with friends or family

Engaging in a mix of social and solitary activities

Do you have a tendency to get fixated on certain topics or interests?

No, I don't have any fixations on topics or interests

I have several topics or interests that I'm fixated on

I have a singular focus on one or a few topics or interests to the exclusion of others

I have a few topics or interests that I'm particularly interested in

Do you find it difficult to understand nonverbal cues such as facial expressions or body language?

I can't understand nonverbal cues at all

I can understand most nonverbal cues, but some can be confusing

I have difficulty understanding nonverbal cues such as facial expressions or body language

No, I can understand nonverbal cues easily

Do you prefer to stick to familiar routines and surroundings rather than trying new things?

No, I enjoy trying new things and exploring new surroundings

I prefer to stick to familiar routines and surroundings

I enjoy trying new things and exploring new surroundings, but it can be difficult or uncomfortable

I become very anxious and stressed if I have to try new things or explore new surroundings

Do you have difficulty understanding or interpreting social cues?

I have difficulty understanding or interpreting social cues

I can't understand or interpret social cues at all

I can understand and interpret most social cues, but some can be confusing

No, I can understand and interpret social cues easily

Do you have difficulty making or maintaining friendships?

I have difficulty making or maintaining friendships

I don't make or maintain friendships at all

No, I can make and maintain friendships easily

I can make and maintain friendships, but it can be difficult or uncomfortable

How do you respond to changes in plans, even minor ones?

Feel extremely distressed and find it difficult to cope

Feel a bit uneasy but manage to adjust

Find it challenging and prefer sticking to the original plan

Easily adapt and go with the flow

When engaging in a hobby or activity, how focused and absorbed do you become?

Highly focused, may lose track of time

Extremely focused, to the exclusion of everything else

Moderately focused, with occasional distractions

Not very focused, easily distracted

How do you feel about changes in your immediate environment, like rearranging furniture or decorations?

Open to it, but with some hesitation

Anxious, I find it extremely unsettling

Excited, I enjoy change

Dislike it, I prefer a consistent environment

When faced with a problem, how do you approach finding a solution?

Collaborate with others and seek their input

Feel overwhelmed and struggle to find a solution

Independently work on finding a solution

Prefer sticking to familiar solutions that have worked before

When engaged in a conversation, how often do you find yourself focusing intensely on one specific topic?

Occasionally, depending on the topic

Often, I have specific interests I like to discuss

Rarely, I enjoy diverse conversations

Always, I tend to fixate on particular subjects

If interrupted, how easily can you return to what you were doing?

I can do most of the time

I takes me some time to reset

Like it never happened

It ruins what I was doing

Is it difficult for you to express your thoughts and feelings?

Sometimes

Never

Yes, extremely hard in most situations

It depends who I'm talking to

Do you prefer texting over speaking over the phone?

I hate texting

I don't mind texting but prefer to talk on the phone

I prefer texting. Talking gives me anxiety

I prefer speaking in person

You just got home after a date. How do you feel?

Mentally drained but otherwise okay

I feel good!

Totally exhausted

Stressed out - Most likely over-analyzing everything I said

Do you feel like people often misunderstand you?

All the time, it's frustrating

More than I would like

Not often but sometimes

Yes, often

Do you find it hard to keep a job?

No, not at all

Yes, but mainly because I get bored of it quick

I find it very hard to keep a job

I manage to get by

Last question! Someone is calling you... what do you do?

Answer the phone

I'll answer if I know the number

I'll answer if I'm not busy

Let them leave a voicemail, I hate phone calls

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