AQ test

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:

  • I would rather go to a library than a party. - I wouldn't want to do either so how can I answer that. I hate parties because they are too social and loud and peopley and often expect dressing up and dancing etc. I hate libraries because they are too quiet and I find it eerie. So how can I answer that question. My answer is I'd rather stay at home.
  • I prefer to do things on my own rather than with others. - It would depend on the situation. I do not like going to new places by myself at all and things I enjoy such as the cinema I'd prefer to go with others. But there are also times that I just need my own company. So again unsure how to answer.
  • I am fascinated by numbers. - I like maths and enjoy challenging maths problems but I'm not sure this would qualify as fascinated?
  • I find it easy to work out what someone is thinking or feeling just by looking at their face. - I can generally tell when people are really happy or angry or upset. But there are some facial expressions I struggle with. Sometimes it's easy to work what someone is feeling and sometimes it really isn't. I do often find myself trying to work out what people are thinking though. So does this mean I disagree.

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?

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  • 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.

  • 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! Laughing 

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