What Symptoms Overlap in High Sensitivity and Adult Autism?

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The following anonymous form contains a checklist of potential "symptoms" of Adult Autism from Dr. Crystal Lee. Please think of this as a preliminary conversation and checklist. It is important to note that this is NOT a diagnosis but an effort to understand what symptoms may overlap between HSPs and Autism. True assessments can take many hours of assessment weighing all the intricacies with a knowledgeable practitioner.

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Social

You’ve consistently felt different from your peers.

Even in situations where people have included you in social outings, you feel out of place or very uncomfortable.

You find it difficult to relate to the general public. Oftentimes, you don’t understand why they like the things they like or do what they do.

Others often misinterpret your behavior. People mistakenly think you’re being rude or behaving as if you don’t like them.

You often feel misunderstood by others.

To prepare for a social outing, you think of jokes or phrases ahead of time to use in conversation.

You feel like you’re playing a character or hiding your authentic self in social situations.

When you spend a lot of time with certain people, you find yourself mimicking their mannerisms (e.g., phrases they use, how they dress, how they behave).

You have trouble reading people’s non-verbal cues.

Small talk feels pointless. If you engage in it, it feels cumbersome.

You love talking about your passions. Spending hours discussing your hobbies or interests is easy and doesn’t feel boring.

You prefer to have a select few friends who you are deeply close to versus having numerous, more superficial friendships.

Some of your friends have ended their friendships with you, and you don’t understand why.

You are extremely loyal to your loved ones.

You value honesty, transparency, and truth in your relationships.

Sensory

Eye contact is extremely uncomfortable.

Your relationship with sensory input is at the extremes—you are either very sensitive to certain sensory input or you need a lot of input for it to register. For example, you may be sensitive to certain noises or smells but prefer deep hugs to light touch.

You’re a picky eater. Certain textures or smells of food can make you feel nauseous.

It feels impossible to ignore assaults on your senses. For example, a scratchy sweater can completely distract you from the work you need to complete.

You really enjoy certain sensory input, and engaging with that input can help you regulate your emotions. For example, rocking back and forth or rubbing your face with a soft fabric can calm your anxiety.

Doing the same thing repetitively is enjoyable. For example, listening to a favorite song for hours is pleasant and possibly even calming.

You sometimes feel the need to keep your body in motion. For some, this looks like fidgeting. For others, it looks like pacing back and forth or dancing.

When you’re excited, it feels good to move your body in a certain way.

Cognitive

You function best with routine and consistency.

It feels safest and most comfortable when you know what to expect.

Thinking in absolutes (i.e., always, never, definitely) comes most naturally to you. Needing to consider the in-betweens or “grey areas” (i.e., sometimes, only in certain situations) feels more difficult.

You care deeply and are extremely knowledgeable about a few specific areas of interest.

When you work on something you enjoy, you easily become absorbed in that activity.

You are exceptionally passionate about your hobbies and interests. You know more about your interests than most of the people you know.

Sudden changes in plans really bother you and can easily ruin your mood.

You are very persistent and goal-oriented when it comes to things you care deeply about.

It’s difficult to change your mind.

You struggle with executive functioning (e.g., time management, organization, working memory, task initiation).

Puzzles (i.e., Rubik’s cube, sudoku) are fun and possibly even soothing to you.

You are good at noticing details.

Emotional

More often than not, you feel anxious.

You struggle with extreme social anxiety.

When things feel out of control or chaotic, you feel especially anxious.

It’s easier to regulate your emotions when you feel like you have control over your environment.

Sometimes you feel like you can’t handle your emotions. Intense emotions seem to come and go without any discernible reason.

When something unexpected happens, you might have an emotional meltdown or anxiety attack.

It’s upsetting when your things are touched, moved, or rearranged without advance notice or your permission.

What was your score on the High Sensitivity Quiz? www.SensitivityQuiz.com
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What was your score on the Autism Quiz? https://www.juliebjelland.com/autism-quiz
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