Adult Autism
 

Signs of autism in adults

Main signs of autism

Common signs of autism in adults include:

• finding it hard to understand what others are thinking or feeling
• getting very anxious about social situations
• finding it hard to make friends or preferring to be on your own
• seeming blunt, rude or not interested in others without meaning to
• finding it hard to say how you feel
• taking things very literally – for example, you may not understand sarcasm or phrases like "break a leg"
• having the same routine every day and getting very anxious if it changes

Other signs of autism

You may also have other signs, like:

• not understanding social "rules", such as not talking over people
• avoiding eye contact
• getting too close to other people, or getting very upset if someone touches or gets too close to you
• noticing small details, patterns, smells or sounds that others do not
• having a very keen interest in certain subjects or activities
• liking to plan things carefully before doing them

Autism in women and men

Autism can sometimes be different in women and men.

For example, autistic women may be quieter, may hide their feelings and may appear to cope better with social situations.

This means it can be harder to tell you're autistic if you're a woman.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/autism/signs/adults/


There is a relatively simple online test you can take here:

https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/...lt-autism-test

Why did you feel the need to make this thread

I think its an interesting subject (in adults and not children) and i would be interested in peoples scores on the link. I scored 19 for example.

I got 4

...being assessed for autism is quite a lengthy process as it’s such a huge spectrum for diagnosis...I would personally be very sceptical of an ‘online assessment’ such as this...and it feels quite trivialising to me...

This for me 100%
Well put Ammi.

Clinical Partners is the UK's largest private mental health partnership and i am sure they put a lot of time and effort into the test.

If you have feedback about their work they would happily respond. YOu can contact them here: https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/contact

I got 5

:suspect: Depends how good the writing is.

taking things very literally – for example, you may not understand sarcasm or phrases like "break a leg"

:suspect:

what the ****, i have autism myself but i don't really want to take things that literally too often, which is why i am sarcastic quite a lot

There are currently no standard diagnostic criteria for adults with suspected ASD, but they are in development.

Adult Autism
 

It’s a complex subject for sure .

I still regard myself as Aspergers even though it is currently’ bracketed as coming under the ASD umbrella .

I rarely take things literally although it does happen on occasion.


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...it’s important to give full context of sites when they’re being used...and not just clip a random sentence out of context...

https://www.healthline.com/health/autism-in-adults



There are currently no standard diagnostic criteria for adults with suspected ASD, but they are in development.


In the meantime, clinicians primarily diagnose adults with ASD through a series of in-person observations and interactions. They also take into consideration any symptoms the person reports experiencing.

If you’re interested in being evaluated for ASD, begin with your family doctor, who will evaluate you to be certain that there isn’t an underlying physical illness accounting for your behaviors. Your doctor may then refer you to a psychiatrist or psychologist for in-depth assessment.

The clinician will want to talk with you about any issues you have regarding communication, emotions, behavioral patterns, range of interests, and more. You’ll answer questions about your childhood, and your clinician might request to speak with your parents or other older family members to gain their perspectives about your lifelong behavior patterns.




.... ‘online’ is not something that can ever be used to diagnose something so complex...this really does completely trivialise ...

I agree Ammi...I'm sure medical doctors who take years to qualify in medicine and then more time to specialise in a field are really pleased that a 5minute survey can diagnose you with suspected autism.

The survey itself is like a Facebook one to find out what Disney Princess you are most like

Its not claiming to diagnose anything, no one has mentioned diagnosis and it clearly states this.

"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."

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.

I don't need to take the test cos I was already diagnosed :laugh:

Hello spectrum..my ex and my sister ar convinced I am.

what was your score parmy?

Were you a child or an adult when you were diagnosed :wavey:

I stopped after 8...I will do it now and be honest.

Before i do though I will be using the word "sometimes" or "in the past I did"

In my head...

The average male is borderline autistic by default.