Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ) Test

Understand how strongly autism spectrum traits show up in adults in about 10 minutes. A 50 question screen that supports clearer discussion and helps guide next steps and personalized support.

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18/50

Autism Spectrum Quotient (ASQ)

Assesses the degree of autistic traits in adults across social, communication, and behavioral features.

Typical range

Borderline

Elevated traits

0 – 25: Typical range | 26 – 31: Borderline | 32 – 50: Elevated traits

A score of 18 falls in the typical range, suggesting fewer autism-related traits on this measure compared with the borderline or elevated ranges.

example score

4/10

Social Skills (SS)

Measures comfort and effectiveness in social interaction, including initiating and maintaining contacts.

Low difficulty

Moderate difficulty

High difficulty

0 – 3: Low difficulty | 4 – 6: Moderate difficulty | 7 – 10: High difficulty

A score of 4 falls in the Moderate difficulty range, suggesting some challenges with social comfort or maintaining interactions in certain situations.

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5/10

Attention Switching (AS)

Measures cognitive flexibility and the ability to shift attention between tasks or activities.

More flexible

Moderate shifting

More difficulty shifting

0 – 3: More flexible | 4 – 6: Moderate shifting | 7 – 10: More difficulty shifting

A score of 5 suggests a moderate level of attention shifting, with occasional difficulty adapting to changes or switching tasks.

example score

8/10

Attention to Detail (AtD)

Assesses how strongly a person tends to notice and focus on fine details and small differences in information or the environment.

Lower focus on details

Balanced detail focus

High focus on details

0 – 3: Lower focus on details | 4 – 7: Balanced detail focus | 8 – 10: High focus on details

A score of 8 falls in the High focus on details range, suggesting a pronounced tendency to attend to specifics and notice small details.

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7/10

Communication (C)

Assesses communication characteristics, including verbal and non-verbal interaction skills.

Low

Moderate

High

0 – 3: Low | 4 – 6: Moderate | 7 – 10: High

A score of 7 falls in the High range, suggesting more pronounced communication-related difficulties compared with lower scores.

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7/10

Imagination (I)

Assesses imagination, fantasy, and creative thinking, where higher scores may reflect more difficulty generating and manipulating imagined scenarios.

Lower difficulty

Moderate difficulty

Higher difficulty

0 – 3: Lower difficulty | 4 – 6: Moderate difficulty | 7 – 10: Higher difficulty

A score of 7 falls in the Higher difficulty range, suggesting more pronounced challenges with imagination and creative visualization compared with typical expectations on this scale.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Self-explorers and undiagnosed adults

46%OF USERS

Adults who have long felt “different” in socializing, sensory sensitivity, or routines take it to understand whether autistic traits may explain their experience.

People seeking clinical clarity

34%OF USERS

Those already in therapy or planning a psychiatric/psychological consultation use the results to prepare for a focused discussion and further assessment.

Partners and family supporters

20%OF USERS

Relatives or partners take it to better understand a loved one’s communication style and support needs and to reduce misunderstandings.

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Autism Spectrum Quotient (ASQ)

Average

14.1

Normal range

7.6 — 20.7

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Social Skills (SS)

Average

6.4

Normal range

5.1 — 7.7

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Shifting Attention (SA)

Average

6.4

Normal range

4.7 — 8

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Attention to detail (Atd)

Average

5.1

Normal range

3.7 — 6.4

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Communication (C)

Average

Normal range

1.4 — 4.5

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Imagination (I)

Average

4.2

Normal range

2.3 — 6

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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It screens for the presence and intensity of traits commonly associated with autism in adults. It covers social interaction, communication style, attention to detail, and preferences for routines.

Is this a diagnostic tool?

No; it is a screening measure and does not provide a diagnosis on its own. Results are typically used to guide further clinical assessment and discussion.

How long does it take and how many items are included?

Completion time is about 10 minutes. The questionnaire contains 50 items.

How should the items be answered?

Select the response that best matches typical behavior across most situations, not an unusual day. Answer all items without spending excessive time on any single question.

How are results used in practice?

Scores help identify areas where autism-related traits are more pronounced and where additional evaluation may be useful. They also support structured discussion of strengths, challenges, and support needs.

WHAT THE TEST MEASURES

About This Assessment

Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ) Test - Symptoms and Signs

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This self-report measure is used to screen for autistic traits in adults and to quantify the degree to which these traits are endorsed. The Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ) was developed by Simon Baron-Cohen and Sally Wheelwright.

The instrument consists of 50 items and is typically completed in about 10 minutes. Items sample a range of characteristics commonly associated with the autism spectrum (e.g., social interaction and communication style, attention to detail, preference for routines, and related behavioral tendencies). Results are generally interpreted as an index of trait endorsement and should be considered alongside clinical interview, developmental history, and other assessment data; it is not intended to establish a diagnosis on its own.

In clinical or research settings, the Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ) may support case formulation, inform decisions about the need for further evaluation, and facilitate discussion of strengths and challenges relevant to functioning.

Author: Sally Wheelwright, Simon Baron-Cohen

Literature: Allison, C., Auyeung, B., & Baron-Cohen, S. Toward brief “red flags” for autism screening: The short Autism Spectrum Quotient and the short quantitative checklist in 1,000 cases and 3,000 controls. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. 2012.; Lord, C., Rutter, M., DiLavore, P. C., Risi, S., Gotham, K., & Bishop, S. Autism diagnostic observation schedule, second edition (ADOS-2) manual. Western Psychological Services. 2012.; Constantino, J. N., & Gruber, C. P. Social responsiveness scale, second edition (SRS-2) manual. Western Psychological Services. 2012.

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