ASD Screening Tool

1. Answer the questions.
2. The following will be automatically calculated: "ASD Total Score," "ASD Type," "Recommended Action," "Social Communication Score," "Empathy and Emotional Understanding Score," "Flexibility in Relationships Score," "Sensory Sensitivity Score," "Repetitive and Rigid Behaviors Score," and "Overall Adaptability Score."

Definition

ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) is a developmental disorder and a type of neurodevelopmental condition characterized by the following two main features:

• Difficulties in social communication and interaction: Challenges in understanding conversations and non-verbal communication.
• Restricted interests and repetitive behaviors: Strong fixations or repetitive actions.

Main Characteristics

Difficulties in Social Communication

• Difficulty understanding others' feelings or facial expressions
• Struggles with following the flow of conversations
• Difficulty maintaining natural eye contact

Restricted Interests and Repetitive Behaviors

• Strong fixations on specific topics
• Repetition of the same actions or routines
• Strong resistance to change

Sensory Sensitivity or Insensitivity (Differences in Sensory Processing)

• Sensitivity or insensitivity to sounds, lights, smells, etc.
• Strong reactions to specific sensory stimuli

Differences Between Children and Adults

• Children: Delayed speech and unique play styles are noticeable.
• Adults: Often manifests as stress in relationships or difficulties adapting to the workplace.

Causes of ASD

ASD is associated with innate brain characteristics and genetic factors, but no single definitive cause has been identified.

Common Misconceptions

Diagnosis Overview

This ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) diagnostic tool evaluates based on the following six categories:

• Social Communication: Evaluates smoothness in verbal and non-verbal interactions.
• Empathy and Emotional Understanding: Assesses the ability to perceive and respond appropriately to others' emotions.
• Flexibility in Relationships: Evaluates adaptability to different situations.
• Sensory Sensitivity or Insensitivity: Assesses the intensity of reactions to sensory stimuli.
• Repetitive and Rigid Behaviors: Evaluates the extent of restricted interests and repetitive actions.
• Overall Adaptability: Assesses self-management and independence in daily life.

Scoring Method

Each category has 10 questions, answered on a 5-point scale:

• 1 - Not at all
• 2 - Slightly
• 3 - Moderately
• 4 - Quite a bit
• 5 - Extremely

The total score for all 60 questions is a maximum of 300 points.

Diagnostic Criteria

Based on the total score, ASD tendencies are classified as follows:

• 0–60: No ASD tendency
• 61–120: Mild ASD tendency
• 121–180: Moderate ASD tendency
181–210: High ASD tendency (Caution)
• 211 and above: Strong ASD tendency (Consult a specialist)

Recommended Actions

Based on the results, the following actions are recommended:

• No ASD Tendency: No significant issues in daily life; no special action required.
• Mild Tendency: Deepen self-understanding and consider light support if needed.
• Moderate Tendency: If experiencing difficulties in daily life, consider counseling or consulting a specialist.
• High Tendency: Clear ASD tendencies are present; strongly recommend evaluation and support from a specialist.
• Strong Tendency: Immediate evaluation and support from a specialist are necessary.

Interpretation of Category Scores

Use the scores for each category to identify specific areas of difficulty.

• Social Communication: High scores indicate difficulties in conversation and non-verbal understanding.
• Emotional Understanding: Suggests challenges in empathizing with others or expressing emotions.
• Flexibility: Indicates difficulty adapting to changes in environment or situations.
• Sensory Sensitivity: Measures sensitivity or insensitivity to sensory stimuli.
• Repetitive Behaviors: Indicates strong fixations or repetitive patterns.
• Overall Adaptability: Reflects self-management and social adaptability in daily life.

Reference Data and Criteria

The logic of this tool is based on the following international guidelines and research data:

• DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition): Diagnostic criteria for ASD.
• ICD-11 (International Classification of Diseases): Diagnostic criteria by the World Health Organization.
• SRS-2 (Social Responsiveness Scale, Second Edition): Assessment of social responsiveness.
• Latest ASD Research Papers: Scientific findings on Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Important Notes

This diagnostic tool is not a formal medical diagnosis. It is for self-assessment purposes only. If you have concerns about the results, consult a specialist or counselor.