So a 7 minute questionair will take WAY longer than that. Actually, I find this to be a fairly comprehensive (albeit, short at only 50 questions) test. Dad made genuine insightful strides, he told us all “find out what you love to do, you will be the best there is at it”. I am a parent of 4 sons. Emma studied for the spelling test all week and spelled each of the tested words correctly. 66 Followers, 3 Following, 22 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from 1001 Spelletjes (@1001spelletjes) I thought I was fairly normal, but now I’m starting to wonder. are passed down from the Mother which made me take the Aspie quiz this morning. I am in my mid 50’s and also an R.N.. Having trouble getting along with the gray shadey areas in a field that requires alot of flexibility. Children with complex developmental histories. I hate being interrupted in what I’m doing, since it takes so long for me to “switch gears.”. You would think that I. I may be the most dislxic person who got through college. I was officially diagnosed a few months back at the age of 54, but the Psychologist did it without my doing any test. I most likely have Aspergers… I literally took this test to really see if i had it… Did i mention i’m only in my first year of Jr High? 519We have an 11 year old son that we adopted a year and a half ago. It’s almost like my mind is similar to you, what were you diagnosed with?? According to this test I am borderline. The social anxiety you mentioned comes from that and depression is also often a comorbidity. you need lots of care and attention from family. My score is 44, which meaning? As they specify, it is meant to be a tool and not an actual diagnosis (there are many aspects within Asperger Syndrome [formerly known as] that touch on other syndromes, so it’s undoubtedly a compilation of various other syndromes in my opinion. Alan Mathison Turing OBE FRS (/ ˈ tj ʊər ɪ ŋ /; 23 June 1912 – 7 June 1954) was an English mathematician, computer scientist, logician, cryptanalyst, philosopher, and theoretical biologist. I though it was OCD but am convinced now it is more Aspergers. But I like to paint and I would like to leave some nice artwork to share before I leave. And no severely despondent person, AS or not, should be given a gun for Christmas! All I can say is keep looking for an alternative. By the time I was 21 I was put in an advanced/graduate-level Russian course, without “formal” training, and I aced it. Have been diagnosed as BPD but today my therapist asked me what I thought about Aspbergers and I have always been curious, so I took the test! But the tendency to think about it drifted away, now i have retried the test after two years out of sheer curiosity and still got a 32 with a neutral state of mind, should i take this seriously? I don’t have a problem socialising, I just dislike it. I’m 52 now…but I took the test remembering how I felt for the majority of my life…realizing that I too, thought it was related to childhood, and had issues my whole life that led me to a life of drug addiction. I usually make strangers feel like weve been friends forever. What if the only good thing about me is my appearance? Maybe she could send you a message?? You’ll be happier if you don’t try to be like them, and instead be yourself. A bit like being a Jew in Nazi Germany (although not quite that bad!) I can’t visualise. Do you have a Facebook? It is impossible to say if I would prefer the library before a party since the answer depends on several reasons, e. g. what kind of party it is. They need to “give” diagnoses in order for money to flow toward them, that’s it. There is a “wide range” of the autism spectrum. I also read an article that says that people with Asperger’s syndrom often develop some kind of obsession, examples given were celebrities and soap operas for girls. Thank you24. Whole heartedly agree!!!! i have remarried and have 3 children. Results need placed in context to bigger picture of how you deal with life, what’s going on in your life, other factors. 74bI have a 10 year old son who was diagnosed with Aspergers a year ago. I’ve noticed my ability to keep in contact with my friends has got so much worse in the last few years. So, give it to them! There has to be a happy ending. My ex took this test he was in the 40’s…he and my son are both Aspie’s! If you take this test on a fairly good day, results might be lower number. I also feel the same way about reading as you do! I myself was bullied, neglect from family and was constantly (later retracted) I told the staff not to restrain or confine him again as it makes him worse but they did it another two times, he shattered a panel of safety glass in a panic to get out (they sent me the bill for repair.. later retracted) i told them it was barbaric, i kept him off school and threatened to home school him, the psycologist advised against this. I have always known I was a little different, frequently described as eccentric. OK, so I scored at 38 as I took the test honestly, but before that, I tried the test with what I figured would appear as ‘normal responses’ and scored a 5. …you’ve started searching for help with frustrating and overwhelming issues in your life. By the end of 8th grade she had 2 or 3 friends, but school was still almost unbearable. Haven’t tried consulting a doctor on this. I’d rather be at home and working on things. The school offers financial aid (I am a single mom and the dad isn’t helping with the tuition) and it’s truly been a miraculous beginning to her high school years. Also for when I was bullied it gave me negative feedback on socializing on Sp, don’t take this online test for a diagnosis either way. So what should I do now? growing up. I met someone by posting an add on kijiji that i was searching fro a female geeky buddy adn anne turns out to work fro the aspergers autism association here in lon while being idetnified when she was 42. There are various different characteristics that one may observe in an individual with autism. in my case. I have never had a formal dx, but my sister and nephew are Aspies and i hve several friens who are too and i like hanging with them. I haven’t felt normal for a long while. But hey, don’t listen to me, I have a mental condition! I would walk on my toe in a bouncy manner and, to describe it more, my chest would protrude and my body would be positioned in a way that can be used to describe someone trying to “look over a fence” (even though that is not what I was doing. It could have been much easier and I would have suffered much less would I have been diagnosed and got help at your age. Often in an attempt to do my duty and keep the conversation going I end up saying silly or strange things (because i have to say something and can’t think of anything else), then they conclude I’m a weirdo. DA, This is not the best test to take (example in my comment above). To compare I had a few “normal” friends do it, they scored like 10 and below. Should I pursue a pro-diagnosis? Read Dr. Lauer’s Full Bio, Copyright © 2021 CNLD Testing & Therapy. Multipile answer questions where the answers are subjective for someone like me is a nightmare. I was told that has caused me to fall way behind socially and My ONLY comfort is to hear from others that “THINGS GET BETTER” and from the bottom of my soul I say, “Thank You”. Taking this test was only a reassurance. A person taking a polygraph test is suspected of lying when measures of physiological variables such as heart rate and perspiration are: A) higher for control than test questions. Many people have peculiar interests. is never too late It can be used by adults, including parents taking the test on behalf of their children. I do have depression and anxiety. I get really anxious about having to talk while at a table. Looking fwd to the results. Test taken by self so should not be taken into account to gain data. When I mentioned that I took an few online tests designed to give an idea of whether or not I have Asperger’s (an on all of them my scores were all very likely Asperger’s) the counselor laughed, what did I do to make her question my seriousness? The participants, 129 children (44 abused and 85 non-abused children), completed a children’s version of the Reading the Mind in the Eyes Test (RMET). I operate on factual information, so I hate lying and rarely do. We respect human dignity and diversity within our clients and staff. I was only diagnosed aged 34 and my life was hard. You know, there is no other way than to practice. Do I have to take the test again? But I don’t think she has fully believed I have changed in any way. I am 14 years old and after multiple people pointing out that I have autistic symptoms/traits (including my mom), I decided to take the test, thinking that I’d probably get a 12 or 13… and then I scored a 42… I don’t want to talk to a therapist because I am terrified of talking to people I don’t know. I feel so sad reading these comments. Also, volunteering can be a way to ‘get out there’ and feel useful, but on your own terms doing things you like? CNLD Testing & Therapy Neuropsychological & Psychological Testing Quality testing and comprehensive intervention plans for learning, attention, memory, social skills, personality and behavior challenges. I dont think i have Aspergers. I would compose essays (well, in Russian they were called sochinenie, or “compositions,” in a “high style.” And I would really fascinate everyone around me. I have a nephew that I am suspecting to have Aspergers syndrome. I’m alone. My hand slips on the pan and I get a little burn on the tip of my finger. And it’s not just social skills but learning styles and how I process new information. Greta Thunberg realized at a young age the lapse in what several climate experts were saying and in the actions that were being taken in society. We both have obsessive interests to a degree. My therapist told me its like when a dog bites someone. They think I was born with it and its wired cuz from ages 3-14 I was really out going, wild, crazy, clever But now for past 8 years I find it hard to talk in social situations, dont make eye contact, the complete opposite! wow i have 41 score is that very high? What do I next? I have been a nurse since 1997. I have many of the signs of Aspergers, and as a child had a lot of signs common in children with Aspergers, and I connect with a lot of what Aspie vloggers are talking about dealing with. are girls underdiagnosed for aspergers often? I’ve always felt I had some form of Aspergers; it’s more than introversion. Nothing else to do but pursue my need for answers. Things always seem to amaze/puzzle me to why people do the things they do. Hi, My 11yr old son was diagnosed several years ago with Aspergers, adhd and anxiety and has just received SEN. Spending time alone at home was easy, I could find things to keep me occupied. As for reading fiction, I loved that as a kid and would like to read more now in middle age but feel too guilty about taking the time for it. Well this couldn’t be a diagnostic test when it could take hours of professional examining and still have no clear diagnoses.but I guess it gives a basic idea if you answer honestly as possible, its weird because i love being in my room by myself more than i should…i find tons of things to immerse myself in, such as reading, my phone, my computer, the tv, my arts and crafts and cleaning and organizing keep me occupied and happy! The symptoms gave every indication of being a server end issue which is obviously fixed now. I never had opportunities to be alone. i am the same,im 39 and always found communicating and socialising really difficult and thought it was related to low confidence through childhood experiences,i have done several tests and always score 35-38,i have finally decided to get help for this and have made an appt with my go for a referal to find out if i do infact have aspergers so i can get help with my day to day life now i know that im not just a weirdo! Taught myself programming in various languages over the years and now developing mathematical abilities. I call my mom and tell her: “mom I want to go to Japan. The test is completely FREE and is comprised of a number of multiple choice questions. It will merely assist me to be more attuned with myself and those around me. I have had some hugh successes and huge failures. I was concerened about my son, and in the process, just took the test for myself. Am I worried that some cheesy, easy to manipulate test has diagnosed me as an Aspie? Turns out he could be right as my score was 39, 32 being positive for Asperger”s syndrome. Thanks for sharing this test online. Through a huge mix of emotions I approached my GP for a referral with the Mental Health Team. I’m then going to say that I slightly burnt my hand. but then i go back home and i shut my doors on everyone until im ready to go back out. I have known for a long time, that I think differently than most people, but having read a little about it and seen a video or two things make a little more sense. It still exists. Equality may be something we are born with (and probably die to) but in between we are not equals. Not every personality can be so easily defined and categorized. and can start working around it….so, hey, sometimes I have to leave my keys in the fridge WITH my lunch, or a bag in front of the door so I CAN’T forget it, I’ll kick it right out the door, or I have to hire help because I can’t organize to save me – SO WHAT? In a way, it’s kinda freeing to know that I’m not mentally impaired or stupid.. all of which I’ve wondered about in the past. My MBTI type is INTJ (often referred to masterminds), and sport a 138 IQ. I’m extremely worried about what people think of me, not really in the way I look, but I’m always worried people are judging me because of my lack of social skills and then I get worried that they think I’m weird. From couples counseling to working through life challenges, CNLD Testing & Therapy supports you to overcome psychological barriers, relationship issues and internal struggles to help you achieve your individual goals. But it wasn’t until I tried to get answers on the internet that we discovered he is an Aspie. I think, I need to get diagnosed and actually see whether I’ve aspergers or not. been unable to sleep all my life and hate meeting anyone new. knew i was different all my life. I don’t have any friends. I knew I was smart and capable but I just didn’t know what they wanted from me, so I just did the best I could. And I can’t even remember my own telephone number, let alone anyone elses. It was about all I thought about. I’m not really interested in other people, only if they are like me ( and they rarely are). Nathan hit back at a pupil who had hit him and when a teacher tried but failed to restrain him Nathan was accused of pushing the teacher, the school did not believe Nathan had been provoked and took no action against the other pupil, when i told the Headteacher of a dozen incidents where Nathan had been bullied/assaulted, he suggested i move him to another school. But I have terrrrrrible social skills and difficulties with speech (I may try and get myself tested for a language-based learning disability, once I figure out how to do so). I must say though that as you all know each asperger child is very different in every way and what works for one might not work for another. i’m 51yo As a senior with aspergers I can look back at my life and say some of it was hell, but some of it was heaven. but later on I was informed I was misdiagnosed. I know I don’t have AS; I just took this out of curiosity. I guess your good at noticing those strange patterns and questions that need more info like me especially the one you Mentioned about party question..it really depends in what type what music what kind of people…for me anyways, I took the quiz just to see what my score would be, knowing I do not have any form of Autism. I took her criticism to heart and didn’t try to self diagnose myself again. im always late because this is my normal routine and its almost impossible for me to be on time. When going either way, I MUST have an exact time that I leave the hours and the map and mileage go hand and hand and are two musts I have done all my life. I have long thought myself to have CAPD. Bianca Dell’Andrea. They are just as preoccupied with their lives as I am. CNLD Testing & Therapy is a trusted referral source for mental health professionals, physicians and other medical professionals, educational and school staff, lawyers and people throughout Southeast Michigan. I was diagnosed with so many different things but this was not one of them but seems like it fits me the most . And I got 28! My background and training allow me to understand and identify problems with attention, memory, language, executive functions, behavior, social skills and emotions. I still suffer from extremely intensified senses, sleep disorders, a unique way of processing speech and severely impaired social skills due to a dysfunction in theory of mind and many other issues that come with this disability. I feel relaxed knowing that “feeling different” all my life, may have a name. In a survey of 200 … ?He is an expert on the computer, and loves reading enciclopedias on internet, so has a vast knowledge of many subjects!Today I talked to a specialist at the school about help with therapies and she was very interesting in helping and even offered more frecuently than I was going to ask for!!! weed definitely gives my mind a rest and recommend anyone else to try it, Omg I keep telling my doctors that weed is the only thing that quiets my brain and gives me peacecand the ability to focus on what’s happening and needs to be done , I read some of the comments from people who definitly seem to have aspergers. Adult patients, such as myself, have overcome some of these problems, which they struggled for a long time as kids. They want to label me bipolar and I feel that that is an overly used term/diagnosis these days. I really don’t enjoy reading fiction literature so it was hard for me to answer questions related to reading fiction literature. My question to you – Should we tell him? or I have some hard problem? but once I practiced to approach people I had gained benefits.Not that I did not have the anxiety feeling of being around people but I had improved. These may include:Challenges with social interactionMaintaining eye contactSocial awareness -understanding social clues such as facial expressions, body language, tones of voice and sarcasmSensitivity to sensory inputObsessive interestsStrong imaginationIntense attention to detail.