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Test yourself for Aspergers Syndrome

Aspergers Syndrome has only been recognized since about 1995, we call ourselves Aspies.

Try this test http://www.rdos.net/eng/ make sure you follow the instructions the results will only survive for an hour, so download them ASAP, the picture (a pie graph) or Aspie-Rating-Picture (ARP) and final score, you can chose to show to people, but the questions and answers are very personal, keep those to yourself.

I plan to put my ARP here, that is something us Aspies enjoy displaying, something to be proud of, I hope that other Aspie group members put theirs on.

Your Aspie score: 181 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 28 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

It is possible to cheat to get a high score on the ARP, so I am thinking that ARPs can be voted off by members if members find the ARP unbelievable when comparing the member's ARP with said member's profile and activities on Instructables.

Aspies don't practice discrimination, so even if you don't have Aspergers Syndrome, consider yourself as a honorary Aspie and sign up anyway.

Visit

http://www.instructables.com/community/Analysing-your-test-results-for-Aspergers-Syndrome/

A free for all, discussion on self analysis of your test picture (a pie graph) or Aspie-Rating-Picture (ARP) and final score

Another link for Aspies is http://www.psychforums.com. I will dig out more shortly, I have list somewhere, but that one was not it I recall.

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Lukastheking says: May 16, 2013. 2:20 PM
Your Aspie score: 127 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 94 of 200
You seem to have both Aspie and neurotypical traits

I'm really not sure and would like your opinion :)
Goodhart says: May 20, 2013. 6:44 PM
There are a lot of reasons this could be. One that comes to mind is that you are older than, say; 30 and have adapted better then most of us. Another could be your symptoms may or may not come from a host of "co-morbids" many Aspies experience. If you have those conditions without actually having aspgers, you can get treatment for the things that interfere with your life.
razzrat says: Mar 16, 2013. 12:53 PM
Your Aspie score: 158 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 45 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

hmm, i don't think i can keep arguing with myself over this anymore, so to go for diagnosis or not? I guess regardless of whether this is due to being aspie or some other cause its kind of difficult to function within 'normal society' so whatever it turns out to be-knowing why i don't fit in anywhere can only help make my ride through this world a little smoother.
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Goodhart says: Mar 18, 2013. 6:48 PM
If it doesn't interfere with your life to such a degree that you need assistance, often it is too expensive to get the full testing done. If you can not function (in society, at the job, etc.) because of it, then testing is advised. Otherwise, it is up to you.
razzrat says: May 17, 2013. 8:59 AM
well I'm 40 and the longest I've been able to keep a job is 18 months, the longest relationship I've managed is 26 months and the longest I've managed to keep continuously housed is 3.5 years. I'm proud and amased that I've progressed from being a street kid unable to speak full sentences in real-time conversations to being a scientist able to teach myself seemingly any technique/concept and present my work effectively, stunningly to audiences. But still I'm unable to socialise with more than 2-3 people at a time and I quite happily will go 2 weeks without a conversation. Apparently everything went haywire at my last job because I took things too literally, was unable to tell that people were joking with me and I wasn't able to bend-break the rules. Btw I'm happy and comfortable with myself and my quirks, its just hard to interact with a world that seems designed to be as intrusive as possible. It was suggested to me by someone that watched me through the destruction of my last job, that if I was on the spectrum then it might help if I could walk into my next workplace as 'a card carrying aspie' so they would be better prepared to deal with me and not place unrealistic expectations on me.
Goodhart says: May 20, 2013. 6:41 PM
Well, they sould like good reasons to make the attempt at getting this confirmed.
Lukastheking says: May 16, 2013. 2:24 PM
Your Aspie score: 127 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 94 of 200
You seem to have both Aspie and neurotypical traits


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odwulf says: May 7, 2013. 4:51 AM
I am, to say the least, confused. I tried to be honest with my answers, IE. not make a contest out of it and try to reach the higher score, but I ended up with Aspie/NT scores of 181/31. My aspie group scores in the analysis never go below 9, as can be seen in my graph, included below.

That being said, I've met "real" aspies, one of my good friends a few years back was one, and I don't recognize myself in it. OK I like to watch candles burn, have no problem with eating the same meal three weeks in a row and I almost can't push myself to phone strangers, but on the other hand I force myself to go out to see friends, can talk to people while making direct eye contact (that's a learned trick, but it wasn't that difficult), make a stand of getting out of my comfort zone every once in a while (almost improvized backpacker trips in unknown countries on the other side of the world) and am known for my empathy. I don't think that fits the bill.

I'm 40 and obviously, I learned to deal with most of my social akwardness a long time ago. I may have been helped by that giftedness that was diagnosed a couple back (and apparent in that 10/10 in Aspie talent.) Still I don't know what to think: I talked about it with my girlfriend of one year who was relieved because she hadn't dare to tackle the subject but has suspected it for a long time, as well as I talked with my best friends who dismissed it at once. Even a psychiatrist I once met seemed to think that the matter wasn't worth more that a short "Oh no you're not." So what? Is there a condition somewhere that includes all Aspie traits without being it?
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Goodhart says: May 9, 2013. 5:24 PM
After my diagnosis at age 50 (five years ago), NONE of my friends, nor even my wife could believe it (having incountered "younger" Aspies. After age 30, we have pretty much acclimated ourselves to "looking and feeling" like NTs; BUT, the attention to detail, the preoccupation with moving, spinning, swaying objects, etc etc never truely GO AWAy :-)
You have to understand, this is a SPECTRUM, so there is no real "this one is and that one is not, because of this one thing". I am able to handle empathy better then many of my "cohorts" and fellow Aspies. That little spike on the communications./hunting side shows you have learned quite a bit about "not letting certain things show". Still it is not a perfect test.
odwulf says: May 13, 2013. 1:47 AM
Thanks for your reply. I've been reading about the subject for a few days, and it appears that there are indeed intertwining between Asperger syndrome & giftedness. According to the chart found on page five of the article at http://www.eric.ed.gov/PDFS/EJ860954.pdf , I'm mostly a mix, leaning softly on the gifted side.

Lots of articles here and there about the relationship between the two, though. With an emphasis on how one helps to conceal the other.

That being said, a big laugh at the term "twice-exceptional", considering that all that brain power is being mostly devoted to appear "normal". A nice thing to learn, still: I'm not stupid, it's just that I use my brain for something else than for thinking. :)
Goodhart says: May 13, 2013. 4:50 PM
Well, it IS a spectrum after all :-) One of the big indicators however does seem to be, at very least, one subject of heavy interest. For instance, dinosaurs, or trains are VERY common. I like astrophysics and genetics (and electronics) as hobbies.
mgf83 says: May 13, 2013. 1:52 AM
Your Aspie score: 157 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 68 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

Was diagnosed with Adult ADHD a few years ago. Medication helps but there is still an overwhelming part of my personality that affects my day to day life tremendously. After obsessive and extensive online research I found I could identify very well with Aspergers symptoms for adult women. Doing the quiz made me think about things that I actually never considered to be odd or different (although I do feel very different to my peers) Things that were just so simply me that I never considered could form part of a potential Aspergers diagnosis. I found myself answering some of them thinking: "isn't it obvious? Who doesn't think that way?!" However through facebook conversations on chat I started asking these questions to gauge response; normal response.. and found that I am much MORE different than I had ever imagined.

Can anyone else relate to this?
Goodhart says: May 13, 2013. 4:18 PM
YES, for sure. I thought I was an odd ball, but not too far "out" until I got to my 50th birthday and recieved the diagnosis of Aspergers. It allowed me (I thought) room to breath, and so I didn't have to "play a part" with my parner / wife. She sees ju8st HOW different I am, and I see a rather large chasm between her and my thinking now. I would answer things people "wondered" about out loud and I would answer the question and wonder "why don't THEY know this stuff? I learned this in grade school. The diagnosis put all my past into proper perspecitve however, and I feel much better about me not being a "weirdo" but one of many :-)
justinmcg67 says: May 11, 2013. 9:37 PM
I took the test and it said that I had to many inconsistencies in the controlled questions. I did not receive a score. I'm assuming either a) I'm crazy or b) Just good at everything! =P
kainite8 says: May 11, 2013. 12:02 PM
Just took the test
Aspie score 140 of 200
Neurotypical (non-autistic) score 84 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

What the heck does all these pie slices mean.
tmazur says: May 7, 2013. 1:16 PM
Your Aspie score: 147 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 54 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

I've never been diagnosed as an aspie or smth just because I haven't seen a doctor. Since I always had problems with socializing, I thought maybe I have some psychological problems. I feel depressed for many years already ( and I'm only 21 yrs old). It makes a difficulties in studying and job, bcoz I just can't stand speak in public, chat with strangers, keep an eye contact. It's hard for me to understand people, I don't know when my friends need me, I mean I can't get what I need to do when they're feel bad or what to say. In fact I have just a few friends who can understand why I'm acting like this, with others I have fight a lot. I often make a fool of myself when I don't get jokes or sarcasm. When it comes to romantic relations I prefer to stay a side, bcoz I totally don't understand what all that social signals means and can't "read between the lines".
Well, I don't know have I Asperger's syndrome or not, but I thought, maybe it would be easy for me to know exactly what is wrong with me.
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Goodhart says: May 9, 2013. 5:30 PM
This test can not say absolutely that you do or do not, BUT it is normally a VERY good indicator of such. If this is really giving you difficulties with employment, you should seek a diagnosis and help. Depending on where you live, there is help to pay for the tests and help after the diagnosis also.
Neon Panda says: May 5, 2013. 9:30 AM
Your Aspie score: 160 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 51 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie


I am very surprised with these results. I'm a 15 year old female with diagnosed depression, trichotillomania and social anxiety. I am suspected to have OCD but have not yet got a formal diagnosis.

Family and friends have said for many years that I am autistic, in a jokey way. It was only until recently that I considered that it may actually be an option.

I apologise constantly to everyone for everything... Aside from the stuff I actually need to apologise with.

I don't really know what to do now, to be honest. In a way I do and don't like living like this, I just assumed I was a bad person or something.
Goodhart says: May 6, 2013. 6:57 PM
You are NOT a bad person (in fact, I recommend Temple Grandin's newest book: The Autistic Brain: Thinking across the spectrum" for some comfort and info. Don't be too surprised, MANY persons with Aspergers have been MISdiagnosed with the things you have been (although I can not say you were misdiagnosed; I cant know that).
Supersnuffles says: May 3, 2013. 3:05 PM
Your Aspie score: 131 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 66 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

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I'm 17 years old, female, and I've had a lot of social problems and odd behaviors for a long time. I was recently diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder. For a long time I thought that my social issues stemmed from being bullied in school, but thinking back to before then, I still had many odd behaviors, like awkward expressions, strange poses and gestures, and most notably, obsessions.
I'm somewhat naturally gifted in music and art, but my grades aside from that are in the good to average range. I get mostly A's and B's, languages and arts being my strongest subjects, science and math being the weakest. I have trouble focusing in classes that involve many powerpoint presentations and lectures, especially when the subject doesn't interest me. I definitely can identify as being someone who learns very easily when the subject interests me, and I am a very difficult student in subjects that I find boring or less than useful.
I think I've learned to mimic the expressions and reactions and other social norms that people follow. It doesn't come naturally to me; as one of the questions asked, I don't like shaking hands with strangers, but I've recognized it as a social norm and I follow it, no matter how much I dislike it. From a young age I've been dancing, singing, and acting; I think that taking part in these activities has taught me and trained me to act in a natural way and to "fake it," as some people have said here. This could possibly explain why my parents never thought to have me tested, even though they were once worried that my brother might have Asperger's.
Again, like others on here I find that social situations that are one on one or in small groups are very stressful for me while performing for a large audience is not a concern. Not sure if this is a natural thing or if I've adapted it after performing for so long.
The thing I identify most with is the interests and obsessions. I easily get obsessed with one or two tv shows or books at a time. I find myself talking about my interests a lot and unable to stop once I've begun. There is no such thing as a casual interest for me; I either dislike something or I become emotionally invested.
Oh, and one more thing: I've always been overly aware of spelling and grammar. I get easily frustrated when people confuse words like "there, their, they're" and "too, to, two."

I know some of my symptoms might just be typical of any teenager. Some also match my social anxiety. What do you think? Could I have Asperger's, or am I just misreading the symptoms of my social phobia? Is it possible that I don't have social phobia at all, and I was misdiagnosed when I really have Asperger's?

Also, I've mentioned my concerns to my parents multiple times. They don't seem to think its a real issue or worth getting tested for. Whatever I have, I've learned to deal with it, so it isn't affecting school or anything, but it is personally important to me to find out for sure whether I have it or not. I feel that it is a part of me, and I'd feel more comfortable by truly knowing myself. How do I convince my parents to let me get tested? I think that it is a very strong possibility that I have Asperger's.
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Goodhart says: May 6, 2013. 6:55 PM
If you were completely honest on the test, you have alot of the markings for the syndrome, which includes several symptoms, not just one or two. The only way to be absolutely sure is to get psychological tests done and that can be expensive. But if it interferes with your life. your ability to get work, etc. it may be that help is available.financially.
srmcdonald016 says: May 1, 2013. 10:30 AM
Where do I go, or who do I look for to go get tested?
Goodhart says: May 6, 2013. 6:51 PM
That depends on where you live. In the USA, look for a psychologist and make sure they are familiar with Asperger's....and the BEST way to do that is learn about it yourself (online, Temple Grandin's books, etc) and converse (interview ) anyone you might deem qualified.
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pinkbubbles123 says: Apr 17, 2013. 10:16 AM
Here's my results and my picture (if I've uploaded it correctly :P)

Your Aspie score: 124 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 77 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie



Really would like some advice on what to do with this information (if anything) and what the chart means with relation to the different aspects. Find it really difficult to interpret stuff like this!

To explain where I'm coming from, I have been struggling with an eating disorder (of various natures) since I was 13/14. I have been getting psychological therapy for this for the past 6 months, a lot of which involves dealing appropriately with emotions, thought diaries etc. Anyways, a lot of my core thoughts and beliefs and my reasons for not wanting to express my internal emotional experiences relate to being different from others. When I tried to analyse these further and look at evidence for/against and talked about some seriously suppressed memories since primary school, it was suggested to me that I might have Asperger's tendencies. This completely freaked me out as I don't like to label myself (didn't like to say about ed for fear of using it as an excuse) and had never thought of myself like this before. Had just thought I was a weirdo/horrible/emotionally stupid. Also, I have worked a lot with children who have severe autism and studied autism on various training courses as a result. Although I need control and routine and feel socially awkward in a lot of situations, I love people and have always been somewhat fascinated by them. I am also quite chatty depending on the situation and have a great imagination. I also find it easy to empathise with basically anyone. That's actually a bit of a problem for me because I can usually look at a situation from a million perspectives!! And am not sure what one is right/what they are actually thinking. Something I struggle with a lot (especially during recovery) is racing thoughts. A lot of the time I can't make sense of my internal world and tend to freak out a bit and go onto "autopilot".

Anyways, sorry for the rant. There are lots of other things lol but realised how long I have been typing for. If anyone makes it through this, WELL DONE :-). And I greatly appreciate any advice (either in analysing the drawing or in general).

Thanks,
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Goodhart says: Apr 17, 2013. 8:36 PM
When I was finally diagnosed at age 50, my entire past and all of its weirdness all fell into place. A warning though, depending on where you live (which country). the price of testing and adult (someone past their teens) can be formidible. I always give the same advice however; IF the condition interfere's with your emploment, your friends, your family, your life: get tested....the test might be paid for (if this is interfering with employment). Otherwise, if it is just for curiosity, it is just too expensive.
From the soiund of it, you could use some help; and I mean that in the nicest of ways. Most Aspies, especially when young, really need a bit of help.

As for the chart, you have a slight spike in communications, and social attributes; this is actually very normal for an older (older than 12) aspie. Some of us learn to "fake it" very well. Not that we don't have the emotions of concern and such, but it is really hard to know when to do so, and how intensely to do so. "

I am glad you stopped by my little corner of the world :-)
pinkbubbles123 says: Apr 24, 2013. 1:14 AM
Thank you very much for the reply :-).

Have read through the page and can identify with a lot which has been helpful in itself. Still not entirely sure whether I have Asperger's or just overlapping traits as there are certain social aspects which I don't identify with. In any case I have come to the conclusion that in my case this is not what is important and an official diagnosis would not be helpful or needed. My process of recovery is as much about self acceptance as anything else. The "weirdness" that I have tried to hide for so long may not be as strange or awful as I might think. Everyone is different and I think this is something to be celebrated rather than hidden (apologies if that sounds cheesy but I genuinely believe that). In terms of help, as I said I am receiving psychological help right now and will explore this aspect of myself with my psychologist. I find it hard to explain myself to people and it's taken a long time to feel like she is anywhere near on "my page" so I would like to keep working with her for that reason.

Again thank you very much for replying; this website and the people on it have really opened my eyes. This in itself has been hugely beneficial to me :-).
pinkbubbles123 says: Apr 17, 2013. 11:02 AM
Also just to mention, I'm 25 and am (at this present moment) open to both being on this spectrum or not just want to know the truth! Have been very confused lately.
Goodhart says: Apr 17, 2013. 8:44 PM
Asperger's is a part of the autism spectrum. They that love or need labels, call it the "high end" of the spectrum. Social skills often called social blindness, and sometimes communication skills are delayed in developing.
I personally have a mild version of a condition called Face blindness. For me, most people look like someone I've known or have seen...but unlike someone with full blown face blindness, I DO recognize my wife and family members :-)

If developed, the "brainy" side or you, if you have asperger's, can be put to tremendous use in the field of your interest (read: obsession LOL).
pinkbubbles123 says: Apr 24, 2013. 1:25 AM
Thanks again for the information :-). I am realising there are a lot of positive factors to this as well as negative and whether or not I am on the spectrum, I feel a bit more accepting of who I am.
Goodhart says: Apr 26, 2013. 4:10 PM
I am glad you feel better about it. Some can't accept it, whereas I embraced it, as it explained SO much.
darknightofthesoul says: Apr 20, 2013. 10:53 PM
Your Aspie score: 153 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 61 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

I'm not sure what to do with this information. I have been in therapy for about three years because of previous problems with social anxiety and reoccurring depression. I think I function much more easily in society than I did previously. I no longer experience horrifying anxiety when interacting with others or care much about what others think of me. However, I do still experience difficulty connecting with others and maintaining lasting friendships; it is extremely frustrating and tends to put me in a depressed state. I just thought that was how life is, but it becoming more apparent to me that people are able to maintain friendships for several years.

I took a look at this blog post http://taniaannmarshall.wordpress.com/2013/03/26/moving-towards-a-female-profile-the-unique-characteristics-abilities-and-talents-of-asperwomen-adult-women-with-asperger-syndrome/ to which another commenter linked and I immediately thought, "Holy shit, this is me!" However, I find it difficult to fathom that such a seemingly small portion of people's brains function this way. Sometimes I feel as though these feelings are just inherent of the human condition. I think, "Shouldn't everyone's brain work this way?"

Would anyone be so kind as to provide some insight? Thank you
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darknightofthesoul says: Apr 20, 2013. 11:41 PM
I stumbled upon this forum because I found this man http://boingboing.net/2013/04/19/teaser-for-documentary-aspie.html relatable which caused me to wonder if I have Asperger's.
RadicalRaven says: Apr 20, 2013. 8:28 PM
Your Aspie score: 146 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 58 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

Hi, I just made this instructables account after seeing your post here. I did a quick google search for "aspergers test" and ended up here. I see you are very active in terms of answering questions and responding almost immediately to reply posts, so thanks for being an aid do those with aspergers and those who may have aspergers (me).

I'm not sure whether I'm an "aspie" or whether I'm just a socially inept introvert with OCD, ADHD and Depression. Either way, I'm not sure if I should get a professional diagnosis, or just do nothing about it and continue on in life.

I started taking the tests after my family members started to wonder whether my dad has autism because of the way he acts. Being concerned for him, I stumbled upon Aspergers syndrome as most of his symptoms pointed to it. I then realized that a lot of the symptoms also matched mine. Mine could have simply not been detected by my family as I don't interact with them as much as my Dad does (I'm often cooped up in my room).

Again, thanks for this post and your replies.
Sorry if my terminology, statements, or implications came off as offensive. I'm often oblivious to the fact when I say something rude of impolite while talking about sensitive matters such as autism when I don't mean to be.
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Kombatkat says: Apr 19, 2013. 5:03 PM
Your Aspie score: 173 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 33 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

For the longest time, I thought that the way my brain works is identical to the way all other peoples' brains work. I've always had problems in terms of fitting in socially and have gone through many cycles of friends. I only began to consider the possibility that I had asperger's when my friend commented on my collection of containers, jars and the like, the immaculate organization of my desktop and hard drives, and my inability to remember the facial expression of a person I had just talked to.

I'm very concerned with as to what to do at this point. I'm not exactly sure who I should go to for help. My father is often times in denial about anything that he may perceive as negative and has denied the possibility of my having asperger's. My mother also doesn't believe I have asperger's and thinks I'm simply socially awkward. I really don't know what to do or where to go for a professional diagnosis.
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happiz0mb13 says: Apr 18, 2013. 9:51 AM
Your Aspie score: 161 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 43 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

I'm not sure what to do or think. I suspected, but... now what? Suddenly, all the difficulties make a little more sense. I read this and I identify SO MUCH with almost everything she posted:
http://taniaannmarshall.wordpress.com/2013/03/26/moving-towards-a-female-profile-the-unique-characteristics-abilities-and-talents-of-asperwomen-adult-women-with-asperger-syndrome/

I have so much social difficulty. I've been trying to help myself figure out why and I thought maybe I had bpd. When I was a teen I was diagnosed with manic depression.

(I also posted this on http://www.instructables.com/community/Analysing-your-test-results-for-Aspergers-Syndrome/ , but i wanted to show my picture so I put it here.)
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Goodhart says: Apr 18, 2013. 6:45 PM
I know from experience, its a long hard road, IF you need to be social. Some don't, but I always did, so I too have a spike in nmy social / communications area.
As for what to do, first ask yourself: does this condition interfere with work, family, and friends? If work, how much. If a lot, many tmies there is help (financial) for getting tested and confirmed. I know it was a relief to me too when I found out at age 50.
jamandcuts says: Mar 25, 2013. 10:09 PM
Your Aspie score: 125
Your Neurotypical score: 78
You are very likely an Aspie

These are my 10 year old son's results ... the questions relating to sexual preferences were not taken into account though he does have borderline obsession with a girl nearly 3 years his senior!

The reason I asked him to fill out the questionnaire is because I was called into the school today to discuss a diagnosis of ADHD/Aspergers made by a Paediatrician with whom he met for an hour. The ADHD diagnosis is laughable as my son has the ability to focus for hours and hours on end though he has more energy than the Energiser bunny... now here's the confusing part, he's also highly gifted. So he shares traits with Aspies already. His issues are mainly social though he plays team sports successfully and is highly physically adept. The only times he has a problem with team sports is when they change is position. He doesn't like change and never has. It's impossible to prepare someone every time for every possible outcome. I believe the rules associated with sport help him cope. Socially, he doesn't get it and we deal with issues he has as and when they arise so it's both situational and prescriptive. His lessons (aside from academia) have never been easy as it's just not innate. Part of me says to hell with it, he's a 2E kid and yeah I'll sign the form so you can get your funding. The other part tells me that he already feels odd comparatively as school comes easy to him. The primary markers of Aspie are: social awkwardness/phobia, sensitivity to loud sounds ... or anyone singing as well as sensitivity to clothing (I've been cutting tags off clothing since he was a toddler and he cannot stand the seams on socks), an inability to understand that what he is saying/doing could be construed as incredibly rude/blunt/inappropriate along with intense reactions to all manner of things. Is it possible that he's just a socially inept kid who is gifted given his scores above? As an aside, his sense of humour is second to none and quite advanced and he uses and recognises figurative language regularly. He also understands irony and rhetoric.
Goodhart says: Mar 27, 2013. 5:21 PM
Your son sounds very much like the poster child for Asperger's. Including his ability to focus on subjects he LIKES with an intensity like no other. DON'T let anyone drug him up as an ADHD child....get a diagnosis from a professional so he can get PROPER help. It is fairly easy to diagnose children under the age of say around 25 or so when social skills, although not learned by then, are adapted (faked) in order to get along. At that advanced age of adult, it is much harder to diagnose
jamandcuts says: Mar 27, 2013. 7:39 PM
Thanks Goodhart ... I've never thought he was ADHD and denied the diagnosis completely. The diagnosis was 2 years ago and I never signed the release forms to the school as I didn't trust the Paed Psych who didn't know my son. We're at a different school now. The guidance officer, who he knows and trusts and is already working with him is organising another diagnosis and will include background information from both school and home. I think I've always known he was Aspie, and when I reread my initial post I had a laugh at myself. Of course he is! Aside from the additional help he'll get at school through an accurate diagnosis, life for us won't change much and we'll just continue to discuss and address challenges along the way. I actually bought a software program "Secret Agent Society" (SAS) developed specifically for Aspies and it's been fabulous. Because the social stuff is not innate, he has to learn it. So now he's knows what distrusting, sarcastic, doubtful, angry, alarmed, jealous, delighted etc looks like, sounds like and postures like. Practice eh! Thanks again for responding.
Goodhart says: Mar 28, 2013. 4:20 PM
ALL too often, that condition is diagnosed so they can dope up and eleminate "bad behavior" (from meltdowns, or being blunt, etc) and it is JUST NOT RIGHT!. It infuriates me when I find someone in authority taking the easy route instead of getting it RIGHT. There are plenty of forums on line for parents of AS children, some of them even specifically for parents of Asperger children.
jamandcuts says: Apr 16, 2013. 11:35 AM
This diagnosis has been such a blessing. I have been reading and researching and more importantly educating the educators on how my son learns and I've been really listening to what he says to me ... like where he prefers to sit in the classroom, his intense dislike of group work and the protective invisible bubble he has around him. I've passed all of this information onto the guidance officer at school and have had lengthy chats with the Principal. People are starting to listen though his teacher is of the opinion he's just difficult. Funny, he thinks the same about her.
Goodhart says: Apr 16, 2013. 4:09 PM
:-) I am happy to hear that it has helped...since, in my case I didn't get the diagnosis until I was about 50 (nearly 5 years ago). At THAT time, everything in my past suddenly "made sense". It has helped me to understand me better. And that I don't have to "play a part" anymore...much to the utter chagrin of my wife. *sigh*
stevegr says: Apr 3, 2013. 11:24 AM
Your Aspie score: 138 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 75 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

I am a male 21 years old. I always knew that something was wrong with me. I have social phobia, with symptoms of cold sweat, palpitations in crowded place like a cafe and my hands are shaking. I hate participating in social situations like going to clubs and so on, by finding excuses. I prefer to take a calm bike ride or jogging on my own, rather than going to a cafe. Therefore I've lost all of my friends. But It doesn't make me sad, it's just annoying that some people are not smart enough to see "deeply" in a situation, and therefore judging like a 7-yeard old kid at my opinion. And of course, with most people you just can't talk about these things, unless you are talking to a family member, or with a friend, which is proven to be real and understanding.
When I am anxious in a social situation, although I try to maintain eye contact, sometimes this visual contact distracts me and I forgot what people were saying to me. I can also have some serious troubles talking in these situations, with a result to speak my native language like a foreigner (especially with some people I don't speak often). I can read very well and write perfectly and correctly with no mistakes.
I also face trouble in people's directions. I tend to ask them for 2nd or 3rd time the directions, so I can be 100% sure of what I heard because a mistake can totally devastate me. Especially if the directions are simple for most people.
I also have "auditory dyslexia". I am not sure about this term, but although I can hear very well (even the cat's footsteps !) sometimes I can't understand what people say. These people think that I am either stupid or have some serious issues with my ears.

I am studying nursing, and I'am worried about my future. Maybe it's not the ideal profession for a guy with a potential asperger syndrome, but curiously, It's not a serious issue for me to get in contact with unknown people (patients) unlike known, which make me feel uncomfortable interacting with them. Although I am very good at computers, I didn't choose them to make it a job.
Here is also my test image ...
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Goodhart says: Apr 3, 2013. 5:04 PM
It is very common for those of us with any form of ASD to have "processing" problems when listening to others. It isn't that you don't hear them, you process auditory input slower (mostly because your brain is going 90 mph in a 25 zone and you have to sort through it all, all at once :-) .
Nursing is not a problem if it is something you like to do.
I have the opposite reaction. One on one, I am a MESS. But put me in front of an annonymous crowd and I can do stand up comedy without much sweating. But yes, social contacts, especially clubs, parties and anywhere where more than one perons is speaking or there is background noise....I find them intolerable.
stevegr says: Apr 5, 2013. 4:43 AM
Yeah, I believe I can speak in an anonymous crowd easily. There was recently a nursing seminar I was participating in, with hundreds of spectators. I said to myself "I could speak in this crowd easily". But it would be difficult though, to speak/read a text to my classmates, even if there are 15-20 people, just only because I know them.
Can Aspergers cause speech disorders ? Although I can read book pages very easily, and people are telling me how great I can read, when I speak, I get confused so much. It's actually like I don't know what word to choose in a sentence, with a result to create a new word, with a combination of the two words of my mind.
Goodhart says: Apr 5, 2013. 6:21 PM
MANY although not al of us are very visual in our thinking. Reading seems not to be a problem, but processing thoughts to verbalize them, since many of us are ALSO perfectionists, and make sure it is clear, and that we aer not "using the wrong words" etc, all this tends to get in the way of speaking, when we have something "invested" such as with friends, etc.
imaretard says: Apr 7, 2013. 3:30 PM
NO YOU SPELLED ARE wrong did you do that on purpose????!!!
Goodhart says: Apr 8, 2013. 6:27 PM
It wasn't so much of a spelling error as a typing error (rushing has this effect on me) which is why I didn't proof read it and catch it :-P
imaretard says: Apr 7, 2013. 3:33 PM
here's my picture
imaretard says: Apr 7, 2013. 3:29 PM
Your Aspie score: 185 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 44 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

im 12 boy i KNEW i was an aspie we took a test but it was a fail because my insert swear word here brother was distracting me.
mariahdawnosborne says: Apr 6, 2013. 6:28 PM
Your Aspie score: 132 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 70 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

I'm a 16 year old female. I've always kind of suspected that I may be an aspie because I noticed some of the behaviors. For example, I do have obsessive tendencies when it comes to my interests. I've spent countless hours looking up information on anything I'm the least bit interested in and quickly dismiss other things. It asked if I get fixated on potential love interests which made me laugh because I've only really had one crush and it's been since I was about 6. I also have a tendency to become frustrated when things go out of order, like when my table at the cafeteria is taken or when someone sits in my favorite seat. I hate keeping eye contact, I don't know what it is but looking in someones eyes is far to personal, I think is about the best word. I have to take moments to evaluate what I'm saying to ensure it sounds the best. I correct people constantly, partly because I assume they want to be as accurate as possible like I do. I want to eventually be evaluated by an actual medical professional but my mother kind of dismisses my claims.
taigerlilly says: Apr 4, 2013. 5:45 PM
Your Aspie score: 158 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 52 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie


16 year old female, I have been previously diagnosed with IBS, ADD (which is now ADHD, however I prefer ADD as I've never been hyperactive) Social Anxiety, and Cyclothymia (mild bi-polar type mental illness). Someone close to me suggested I research Aspergers, so I've been reading about it. Anyways, I took this test as honestly as I could, but it placed me a lot higher (closer to aspergers) than the other online tests available (most said I was borderline).

Everyone else seems to be posting a blurb about themselves so I think I'll try to write one too. Friendship for me doesn't usually occur unless I am forced to spend time with someone. I am never the first to initiate contact, however I can become attached to someone quickly if we share a common interest. I can usually keep friends for a long time, I don't spend any time with them outside of school though. When I get in a fight with a friend I always feel confused and end up apologizing right away. I can't stand it when strangers touch me, good intentions or not. In my classes I usually sit alone, which I do not mind at all. My Grades in school are all over the place, I go through a good year-bad year cycle, although my grades very rarely drop below C+. In classes I enjoy (Art, Textiles, English, Science) I can easily get 95+% However if one thing confuses me I will be unable to continue and usually give up. I reaaallly enjoy reading, Fiction and Non-fiction are equally interesting to me. I find myself relating to many of the things people are saying in the comments, however I don't want to self-diagnose yet, as I didn't score too high on other tests, and my doctors/psychiatrists have never mentioned it before either.

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Goodhart says: Mar 28, 2013. 4:24 PM
Asperger's syndrom is a diagnosis. BUT we are HUMAN BEINGS, we are NOT JUST a diagnosis.
EmSpa says: Mar 22, 2013. 3:19 AM
Your Aspie score: 177 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 25 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

I also scored a 42 on the AQ test. I am 37 and have never been tested or diagnosed with anything other than depression, anxiety and gerd coupled with IBS, but I am beginning to get better on a GF diet. Reading so many of the comments below has enormously encouraged me that there may be a reason I feel I don't fit in and don't understand the way people respond to me and I to them. I have so many of the same behaviours and problems that others have talked about. Similarly to other comments I feel like I "act" to get myself through social situations. I am about to move to Denmark but I hope to be able to see someone there (if I can manage that I do have a problem with seeing doctors) for a possible diagnosis. It would be a relief to put a name to how I feel.

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Goodhart says: Mar 27, 2013. 5:16 PM
Expect a thorough diagnositc testing for someone your age (or older, like me) as many of the "tendancies" can be hidden in order to "get a long" in society. Sometimes, diagnosing adults is the most difficult. I wish you luck and good will.
EmSpa says: Mar 28, 2013. 2:37 AM
Thank you very much. Yes I had definitely been covering my tracks so to speak for quite some time so I do expect it may be more difficult for a diagnosis. Thank you for your feedback and being encouraging to people on the board here.
Goodhart says: Mar 28, 2013. 4:16 PM
You are welcome ! Being an officially diagnosed "memeber of the club", I have complete empathy for the trials, tribulations, and backlash one goes through, ESPECIALLY when dealing with the general public (NT's).
BonFire_Blue says: Mar 22, 2013. 2:19 AM
Your Aspie score: 141 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 54 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

Well... I have suspected for a while. I took another test and the score was 34. Aspies tended to score 32 or higher, it said. And I remember reading that females tend to show milder symptoms, or something like that. The question is, now what?

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Goodhart says: Mar 27, 2013. 5:13 PM
Well it depends. IF it interferes with your life (social, work, schooling, etc) you can get a "real" test i.e. diagnosis, and maybe some help also. IF it causes no significant problems for you, you may want to just keep the thought in your pocket as it were, to explain things to others in the future about yourself (if you wan to)
distractor294 says: Mar 21, 2013. 10:26 PM
What the supposed number to be normal. Sometimes I think twice of my answer and I think I might be lying to my self.
Goodhart says: Mar 27, 2013. 5:10 PM
A higher ratio of non-autistic traits to the Aspie score.
Amelia L says: Mar 19, 2013. 5:11 AM
i'm 14 and wondering if I have aspergers. Out of curiousity, I took this test and heres the results:

Your Aspie score: 107 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 89 of 200
You seem to have both Aspie and neurotypical traits

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Goodhart says: Mar 21, 2013. 5:00 PM
Well, IF you wer totally honest with your answers (and I am not questioning you, only you can know this) then you are on the border of the spectrum OR you have learned to cope and adapt in the communications side of the graph, and this may have lost you some ability to focus on detail.
1978s says: Mar 20, 2013. 7:00 PM
Your Aspie score: 110 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 95 of 200
You seem to have both Aspie and neurotypical traits

What scores would be considered 'normal' ?
Goodhart says: Mar 21, 2013. 4:55 PM
NT or neurotypical scores that are high with low "Aspie" scores.
PhotoMaker says: Mar 16, 2013. 3:12 AM
I'm a 44 bloke. I'm a programmer. For a while now I've thought that issues in my life might be because of something diagnosable. Recently I had a reaction to knocking over a cup of coffee that result in me freaking out and banging my head against a cupboard (that hurt somewhat!). That was the catalyst to finally getting a Doctors appointment...I didn't even make that appointment myself :P

I went along, told the doctor many things, which includes:

* I was bullied at school - I've always assume that much of my social interaction issues is paranoia from having been picked on a lot at school.

* I have few friends, and have lost a good number of friends over the years from arguments or simply neglecting to initiate contact myself - I currently only have 2 friends I see or speak to on a weekly basis.

* I still live with my parents - I don't feel I can survive in a house on my own. Plus I spend all my savings on computers, cars, photography gear and music gear. I always assumed I'd meet someone...

* I can't read the opposite sex - I see interest where there is none. In the past when someone came onto me, I'd freeze with uncertainty. In hindsight, I know of a few missed opportunities where I only realised after (perhaps sometime after) that someone was coming on to me. One of those I only worked out more than a year later when she told me "you had your opportunity" :o

* Frustration and anxiety can lead to tantrums and anger - I feel it coming sometimes, mostly because I cant beat a boss on a game, get some tech working or work out how to debug a bit of code. I will start blaming myself for being stupid. I will start banging mice on the table, get to the verge of breaking things, and more recently, start hitting my head with my hands/fists. I can get a depression that lasts for several days after more major incidents.

* Certain noises can add to the frustration - people chewing, slurping or sniffing loudly winds me up. I get a fight/flight feeling running though my legs and back. If I'm working, I can find it suddenly very hard to concentrate on my current coding problem, I'll jam my fingers in my ears. Sometimes I get logical, and put my headphones on (I get the best noise isolation set I can buy). Sometimes I'm in a team environment and can't do that. I also have a bit of tinitus, so I don't always like to wear headphones anyway.

* Eye contact is a conscious thing - I have to remind myself to make eye contact sometimes. I don't always find it hard to do, but I do remember having to learn it as a skill in my late teens. I distinctly remember a training course I took in my late teens that mentioned looking at the bridge of peoples noses instead of their eyes. If I find a conversation hard going, either confrontational or because I'm trying to explain something that is a little more complex or out of my comfort zone, I'll find eye contact is distracting.

* I can't get the words out - I'll find that sometimes I just can't get the words out that are in my head. I'll mix words up, I'll stutter, I'll then panic and make it worse! This generally happens when I'm trying to explain something complex, or in a small group of people.

* Unfamilar people scare me - I find it hard to initiate dialog with someone I don't know, be it in person, on the phone or even via email. I need someone to kickstart the conversation with me, so I can then make that connection to the new person. Once I start becoming familiar with them, I find it easier...but even so, I sometimes find it hard to spontaneously ring one of my friends. This can be a real issue when working on a customer site.

* If going somewhere new, I need a plan - I won't just jump in the car and go. I need to know where I'm going, who I'm meeting with, where I'm going to park (I'll obsess about where to park the car), what time I should leave etc.

* I hate Bars and clubs, and busy lifts (elevators) and trains - I hate travelling at rush hour on public transport. If I have to go to london, I'd pay for a 1st class ticket, or travel off peak. I'll not use the tube in rush hour, but get a taxi. I used to try and use the tube, but all those people bumping into me, and the heat and the noise, just made me want to fly away. In fact one time I did, I stormed out of the station...elbowing my way, treading of feet...I had to get out. Then I walked all the way from Embankment to the city. Busy bars or nightclubs could do the same. If I went when I was younger, I'd like to stake out a spot..and never move. I'd give other people my money when it was my round, and send them to the bar :P


* I'm very easily distracted - I can even drift out of a 1-1 conversation with my own thoughts. I'll sometime annoy people tapping out the rythm to a song I heard, or the peice of music I'm currently learning.

My GP asked what I thought it may be, what diagnosable condition. I said I'd looked at Bi-Polar disorder, and perhaps Asbergers, but that sounded silly! He suggested that I should talk to a specialist on adult social behavoir issues and would have a think about how best proceed. A week later he calls me and says he wants to refer me to a Asbergers and Autism place.

And then I did the research on Asbergers I should have done when I first made a fleeting connection. Because a lot of these issues I'm having seem to "fit".

However I don't necessarily have every symptom, though I understand its a spectrum of possible things.

I think its clear I need to be assessed. At the moment I'm waiting for the referral. I think that there is a possibility that I'm "fitting" myself into the spectrum (so to speak), in order to have a quantifyable reason for being who I am.

What ever the outcome though, the whole process is confusing. Whilst who I am won't change, they way I perceive myself compared to everyone else may change profoundly. And that is deeply distracting at the moment.


Cheers (this was somewhat theraputic!)


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Goodhart says: Mar 18, 2013. 6:51 PM
Well, even though you may not change "in drastic ways" I have found that, over the past 50+ years, I have learned to "fake it" and get along in society well enough. That doesn't mean I fake emotions, or concern, but the "NT rules of societal behavior that constantly change" I have learned to "fake it" through, most of the time.
Kerrowe says: Mar 12, 2013. 8:57 PM
I certainly feel like I'm faking it! I guess I'm just surprised that apparently I'm faking it so well. My husband had no idea that I get through social situations by drawing on sets of learned acceptable behaviours and responses appropriate to each situation. Even then I get comments from people that I'm 'nice but strange'.


I can't afford testing but being an Aspie would certainly explain a lot. I'm unable to tolerate certain sounds (chewing and swallowing sounds, for example, and rhythmic tapping) and I feel very anxious when something familiar changes. The website for our local cinema was redesigned the other day and it took me a couple of days to be able to face trying to navigate through the new layout. I was a clumsy kid and still get bruises that I can't recall the cause of. My friends at school were almost all boys because they made more sense than the girls. I can remember my mother saying that I never wanted to be cuddled when I was little, and even now if I'm going to be touched it has to be on my terms. It's something my children have had to adapt to - I'm sure they think it's normal for mothers to tell them to go away when she's had enough of their company :P
Goodhart says: Mar 15, 2013. 5:09 PM
Yes, I can relate. I can not get a formal test, but my therapist and Psych both know that I am :-)
zsizsi says: Mar 14, 2013. 3:08 PM
I dont know how to post this.... it says 154 but i think its only because im a musician... my friend told me to do this test.. it is interesting
Goodhart says: Mar 15, 2013. 5:07 PM
Many aspies are very talented musicians and very creative too
drevc2r says: Mar 14, 2013. 9:59 PM
I read the book "look me in the eye" and it was the first time I heard about Aspergers, and I related with the author in many things. After feeling that I might have some aspergian traits, I started asking questions about things I cant see for myself. And did this test, my aspie score is 142/200 NT score 65/200 very likely an Aspie. Even with this score, not ONE single person believes I could have asperger's because I have learned to fake it so well. Im cute so its easy for others to get over my "nice but weird personality" and keep in touch even when I dont care much about anyone. I feel that being an Aspie and not knowing it, has caused me to lose myself. I used to constantly try to please people and try changing my ways because I wanted to feel normal and be like everyone else. But liking myself and being ok with setting my boundaries has allowed to to meet the people that will take me for who/how I am.
Goodhart says: Mar 15, 2013. 5:07 PM
I KNOW exactly what you are talking about.....I didn't know until I was 50 and it shocked everyone....
Kerrowe says: Mar 8, 2013. 5:46 PM
To be honest I'm surprised there isn't a bigger gap between my Aspie and NT scores.

Your Aspie score: 118 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 94 of 200
You seem to have both Aspie and neurotypical traits
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Goodhart says: Mar 12, 2013. 7:48 PM
Why would you say that? In many cases, as we age, we either gradually learn some social skills, OR we learn how to FAKE IT really well :-)
I Am The Stig says: Mar 4, 2013. 7:38 PM
hi peeps, for as long as I can remember, I have known that i have a 'wiring fault' of some sort and for at least the last 20 years, I have suspected (when I say 'suspected, I I mean that I have suspected it in much the same way that I suspect that the sun will rise tomorrow morning!) that it was Aspergers syndrome. Yesterday I took the test and my scores revealed me to be 18/200 neurotypical and 188/200 Aspie. I chose to look elsewhere as well and took the 'Baren-Cohen test' as well and scored 45 (a score of between 26 and 32 is considered borderline aspergers on this test). Recent events in my life assure me that I need to know now. What should i do next? Can my GP make a definitive diagnossis? I live in the UK and I am a 42 year old Male by the way.
P.S. ... Some of the questions in your test immediately made me sure that you knew that of which you asked, for instance " Do you look for patterns in things?" ... My immediate subconcious response??? "How can one NOT??????"
Goodhart says: Mar 5, 2013. 6:59 PM
I am not sure where you reside, but here in the USA (in most parts of it) one needs to be a Psychologist at minimum to make a diagnosis; a Psychiatrist is better but MUCH more exspensive.
Huskyfrompluto says: Mar 2, 2013. 4:04 PM
Your Aspie score: 112 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 107 of 200
You seem to have both Aspie and neurotypical traits.

I can't seem to post the picture. Can you please let me know how?
Huskyfrompluto says: Mar 2, 2013. 4:19 PM
Just realized how to post the pic:
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funkyliljaks says: Feb 3, 2013. 6:26 AM
I am a 43 year old woman and think I have Asperger's. I have suspected that I have Aspergers for years and have only now taken this test. Any positive comments welcome on my test results....???

Thanks
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Huskyfrompluto says: Mar 2, 2013. 4:18 PM
I think Autism is just one aspect of a person. Yes, it will help you to understand yourself and the way you interact with your world and others, but ultimately you have lived this long and adapted to life even without this knowledge. It's nice when your suspicions are confirmed though, and now you have some answers. :)
Kerry2033 says: Mar 2, 2013. 1:29 AM
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Your Aspie score: 158 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 67 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

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Blackbelt_Oma says: Feb 25, 2013. 9:12 PM
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Goodhart says: Feb 26, 2013. 4:11 PM
That appears to be pretty much typical NT.
Goodhart says: Feb 26, 2013. 4:10 PM
Bblack91 says: Feb 16, 2013. 1:02 PM
I dont know whether I should believe this or not. I answer the questions as honestly as possible but how do I know if I am right with my answers? How do I know I am being honest? Is there a full proof way of finding out. This was the only way to show my results.
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Goodhart says: Feb 22, 2013. 5:08 PM
No, psychologically, there are no Full Proof methods; however, a psychiatrist or psychologist familiar with Asperger's syndrome can evaluate you and make it more sure or less sure, depending on the results of the tests. Be forewarned; if you are over 20 years of age, you MAY have a LOT of testing to go through. Youngsters are much easier to test in this regard. As we grow, we learn ways to substitute behavior that we were not born with..
marthalittlefeet says: Feb 12, 2013. 4:58 PM
I have a Aspie score of 120 of 200 and a neurotypical score of 111 of 200, so I seem to have both traits...what does that actually mean?
Goodhart says: Feb 14, 2013. 9:40 PM
Depending on your age, you may be suppressing some of the traits OR you may have something with similar co-morbids, like ADHD, ADD, OCD, etc.
funkyliljaks says: Feb 3, 2013. 6:29 AM
Do my results below mean I definately have Asperger's? How accurate are these tests and are there any other tests? Should I go to my GP for a diagnosis? Please help. Thanks :O)
Goodhart says: Feb 3, 2013. 11:28 AM
To answer your first question, No. NO online test could possibly "be absolutely sure 100%, but it is pretty accurate IF one is honest.

Should you get tested? It depends, the older one is over around 20 or so, the harder it is to test, because we tend to learn to hide ourselves and are so called quirks as we age. I was not diagnosed untl 4 years ago when I was 50.

IF your behavior(s) seem to interfere with life, or occupation, then I would say definitely get tested. If not, then it is up to you to make that decision.
funkyliljaks says: Feb 4, 2013. 2:21 AM
Hi Goodhart! Thanks for your reply! It already feels nice chatting to someone who also is an Aspie and similar age. I have taken this test and one other. Both came back quite high scores indicating I may very likely have Aspergers. I have had several partners over the years tell me this too! This was before I took any tests. My biggest problem area is communication but mainly in relationships with my partner's.... Not that I have had that many! LOL. I have always felt different, a bit weird and dont really fit in with the norm. I have always been aware that i see things didferently to most and put this down to being weird or just different. Work is ok as I only work part time and this seems to suit me. In the past I have gone from one job to the next, only staying in jobs for a year or two, and basically not coping with the job. I usually resign and then get another one! My current job I have been there 13 months and a mainly work alone and outside so I think it's suits me a lot better. Getting tested really would be for peace of mind. I would probably tell my family but not my work so I really am in two minds as to what to do?! I am also worried that the doctor will not be interested and feel I am wasting their time. How did you approach your doctor? Were they understanding and supportive? Apologies for any spelling mistakes but using my iPhone to write this and predictive text can sometimes be annoying! I look forward to your reply :)
Goodhart says: Feb 4, 2013. 7:26 PM
Hi Funky :-)
I felt like you all of my life. I always thought I had been adopted from an alien or something because this did NOT seem like MY planet.
EVERYONE I came in contact with, when I told them of my diagnosis, claimed I couldn't have it, because they KNOW someone (probaly a youngster) that does, and I am nothing like them.
But, lets be real, most adults are not like they were as children either. It makes testing adults very much harder then children because we HAVE learned ways to "kind of" fit in, even if in an artificial kind of way.

My job as computer operatory, involves a night shift and I don't deal with people directly, except on rare occasions. Even my family MD didn't believe me nor the diagnosis. Family can SOMETIMES be even more brutal in that they feel like they now bad blood among them now....until you start talking about your interests :-) It is of course best not to broadcast it too far into the public domain as it were. I.E be careful who you tell, you will find out just who your TRUE friends are if you do.
nspence2 says: Jan 26, 2013. 8:48 AM
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I'm neurotypical, but had borderline traits as a child. I came from a family that was not very demonstrative emotionally, and so I was a late bloomer. However, with several extended members of my family who have been diagnosed as having ASD, I felt that it was important to test myself.
Goodhart says: Jan 29, 2013. 4:15 PM
Whethin you are or aren't on the spectrum, it is always good to know. :-)
wbarrett1 says: Jan 28, 2013. 3:37 PM
Your Aspie score: 125 of 200
Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 64 of 200
You are very likely an Aspie

I'm only 16. How indicative is this that I may or may not have Aspergers? I find it extremely difficult to relate to people, can't read emotions and have developed a claustrophobic response to crowds of people, but not just small spaces.
Goodhart says: Jan 29, 2013. 4:14 PM
I would say you have a pretty good chance of being on the spectrum.
TheFallenGear says: Jan 25, 2013. 5:37 AM
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Aspergers Score of 146 out of 200
Neurotypical of 59 out of 200

This kind of makes sense that I'd have so many aspergers traits. I mean I've never really been good at socialising however I am content that I don't really have a big group of friends because all I really need are the 2 friends that I do have. So I guess I am happy with how I am but I don't know if I really am an aspie or not. The diagnosis makes sense of a lot of things about myself but I won't really know until I get tested by someone.

I mean sometimes I am not bad a socialising and then other times I am absolutely terrible and it's not down to being shy the way everyone thinks it's just that I either don't have anything to say or can't think of anything. However I tend to get along well with my friends whom coincidentally have Aspergers. So there are a lot of clues here but I just don't know where in Scotland someone might get these sorts of tests.

I mean before I just put it down to being introvert but now I'm not sure what to think. I don't even know if I should let my girlfriend know because I don't really know how she would react to that? Maybe it would make sense to her. Well it is puzzling and I just don't really know what to do.
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Goodhart says: Jan 25, 2013. 5:23 PM
In Scotland, I wouldn't know either. You might be able to find out from chat sites like this one for parents of children with Asperger's

Or the official site of the UK might have something too.
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