Published on 12, July, 2020
I'm trying to get myself to a point where I can go to the doctor and ask for a referall for a diagnosis. I decided to start by writing down all the reasons I think I am autistic. I wanted to include the AQ test result. I find some of the long AQ test questions (50 questions) difficult to answer.
For example:
Having written this I've concluded that I'm probably really over thinking this but I like things to be right. Anyone else had an issue with the AQ test? Any advice?
The AQ test specifically is designed to see where you fit on the spectrum based on the answers Defintely/Somewhat Agree/Disagree.
Party/Library (you hate parties but find library too quiet) = Somewhat agree
Of course, if at home you have a collection of books/music/videos/games/etc - haven't you created your own library?
Own/Others (how much time do you spend doing activities with others compared to your own company) = Somewhat
Numbers (like maths but do not consider yourself as fascinated) = Somewhat Agree
Face recognition is an altogether different matter and I had the same experience as you - that was until I took the online test (see link in other posting on this thread). There were a number of examples to follow (Which face is more afraid? Which face is happier? Which face is angrier?) and I did OK for the first few after which it became harder and, very quickly, impossible. But taking these alternative tests should provide you with the required answer.
Andy said:Of course, if at home you have a collection of books/music/videos/games/etc - haven't you created your own library?
Spot on! Love it!