Understanding Undiagnosed Autism in Adults

What percentage of people on the autism spectrum are estimated to be undiagnosed?

• 90%

• 80%

• 60%

• 30%

What is a common experience reported by autistic adults before diagnosis?

• Being overly emotional

• Having no interest in social interactions

• Feeling like they fit in perfectly

• Always knowing they were different

What might indicate a deep connection with autistic people?

• Feeling indifferent to their stories

• Feeling like their stories mirror your own

• Feeling superior to them

• Feeling confused by their experiences

How might someone feel about fictional characters with autistic traits?

• They feel a deep connection

• They feel indifferent

• They find them unrelatable

• They find them boring

What is 'masking' in the context of autism?

• Avoiding social interactions

• Pretending to be normal to fit in

• Being overly expressive

• Wearing a physical mask

What is a common struggle for autistic adults trying to fit in?

• Making too much eye contact

• Following unspoken social norms

• Being too honest

• Avoiding routines

What might trigger a compulsive research phase in autistic adults?

• Hearing about autism for the first time

• A new hobby

• A new social circle

• A change in job

What is a potential outcome of researching autism compulsively?

• Feeling more confused

• Identifying as autistic and seeking diagnosis

• Losing interest in the topic

• Becoming more isolated

What is a key step towards self-acceptance for undiagnosed autistic adults?

• Changing their personality

• Avoiding autistic communities

• Seeking a professional diagnosis

• Ignoring their differences

What is the potential benefit of finding others with similar experiences?

• Becoming more confused

• Feeling indifferent

• Experiencing a life-changing moment

• Feeling more isolated