Free Adult Autism Test (AQ-10)
A free, private autism screening using the AQ-10 — the ten-question instrument NICE recommends to decide whether an adult should be referred for a full autism assessment. It takes about two minutes and stays entirely on your device.
Choose the answer that best describes how strongly you agree or disagree with each statement.
1I often notice small sounds when others do not.
About this screen
AQ-10 (Autism Spectrum Quotient, 10-item version) — the adult autism screening tool recommended in NICE clinical guidance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the AQ-10?
The AQ-10 is a ten-question screening tool drawn from the Autism Spectrum Quotient. NICE clinical guidance recommends it to help decide whether an adult should be referred for a comprehensive autism assessment.
What score on the AQ-10 indicates autism?
A score of 6 or more suggests a referral for a full assessment may be worthwhile. It is a screening threshold, not a diagnosis — many autistic people score below it, and a high score doesn’t confirm autism on its own.
Can this test diagnose autism?
No. Only a trained clinician can diagnose autism, after a detailed assessment. The AQ-10 simply indicates whether that step is worth taking.
Is it private?
Completely. Your answers are scored in your browser and never stored or sent anywhere. There’s no account to create.
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