Published on 12, July, 2020
I know someone who suspects they have Autism. I know them well and for a very long time. As far as I know they have no sensory issues and routine isn’t important to them. They do find social situations and communication difficult. They can also become very obsessed whether it’s a hobby or interest or a problem that needs fixing. Would they be likely to get diagnosed with Autism based on this? .
Hi, your friend doesn’t have to tick all the boxes, not two autistic people are the same. I would suggest they try a RADDS R test or AQ50., both are available online. The DSM-5 is the criteria usually used for a diagnosis, there are others. This is a video link that explains in an easy format how the DSM-5 is used.
https://youtu.be/1yva4RZW_s0