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[Helpful Resource] Online Self-Report Assessment Related to Autism (embrace-autism.com)
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A thorough list of scientifically based assessments with descriptions and ability to complete and score. One of my favorite things about a few of these test is that they show that the spectrum isn't a continuum, but more of a web of traits that are on separate but related continua.

Feel free to share your scores to engage in discussion!

Note: A self-assessment is not sufficient to properly assess autism. These assessments can provide helpful insight, but a proper assessment includes at least a thorough interview by a licensed mental health professional that specializes in autism assessment.

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[–] 4 points 2 years ago (1 child)

I scored a 212 on the RAADS-R and I felt similar about it. How could I score that high and still seem like a well-functioning adult? Keyword being "seem like" because while I'm very good at masking it also costs a lot of energy and I'm almost always exhausted. Actually listening to myself and acting accordingly helps with that so I might seem "more autistic" nowadays but I have a lot more energy for things.

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  • [–] 3 points 2 years ago

    Yeah, that's a good point. I have learned I have to be extremely conscious about how much "stuff" I let into my thoughts everyday. If not, I get anxiety and depression symptoms. Some times it means not reading my book on the bus, some days it is leaving the office to lunch alone, etc.

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