Am I neurodivergent?
Neurodiversity Test
With this short test, adults receive an initial assessment of different aspects of their neurodiversity, especially high sensitivity (HSP), ADHD, and autism.
The test is a first step toward better understanding your own neurotype and recognizing both growth potential and challenges.
Why This Test?
Many adults have felt for years that something does not quite match the usual expectations: heightened sensitivity in daily life, the feeling of focusing differently than others, intense emotions, recurring exhaustion.
This test gives you a language of orientation. It translates your experiences into comprehensible dimensions and shows where typical patterns of ADHD, autism, and high sensitivity overlap -- and where they diverge. The result does not replace a diagnosis, but it helps you make sense of your experiences and gain an initial understanding of the foundations of your own neurodivergence.
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Autism as Part of Your Neuroprofile
This neurodiversity test gives you a solid first impression of your neurodivergence, including one of the most important traits of neurodivergence: autism (also called the autism spectrum, autism spectrum condition, or Asperger's). For a more in-depth assessment, we have our autism test for adults. This scientifically grounded assessment of autistic traits matters because it helps you arrive at a non-pathologizing view of yourself (one that does not treat these traits as a deficit) and understand yourself better.
What Your Result Says About Autistic Traits
Your test result shows you the expression of various autistic and other neurodivergent traits on a scale. A higher score does not automatically mean you would receive a diagnosis -- rather, it primarily points to areas you could explore further. The autism spectrum is diverse, ranging from subtle particularities to pronounced differences in experience and behavior. You can use the result as a starting point for further self-reflection and personal development.
"Am I Autistic?" -- Common Questions from Adults
Many adults ask themselves this question when they recognize autistic traits in themselves or in media reports.
Can autism only be discovered in adulthood? Of course not -- yet unfortunately, it remains more the rule than the exception, particularly among women. Due to outdated diagnostic criteria and procedures, a majority of children and adolescents still go unrecognized today.
What about masking? Many individuals have learned to conceal their autistic traits, which can lead to exhaustion. Masking is also sometimes called camouflaging or, as we often refer to it, neurotypical performance. We measure this dimension in our test as well, since it plays a significant role in how we experience our quality of life.
Are my difficulties normal or autistic? Autistic is normal! There is nothing abnormal about being autistic. The autism spectrum is a natural neurological variant. The majority of difficulties that many autistic people experience arise from a mismatch between social expectations and structures and the nervous system of those affected.
How This Compares to Classic Screenings Like the RAADS-R
The RAADS-R is an established screening instrument for autism in adults. Our test is based on similar scientific principles but has been specifically adapted for an online context. While the RAADS-R is primarily used in clinical settings, our approach offers an accessible initial assessment. Keep in mind: every screening tool has limitations and cannot replace a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation by a specialist.
Asperger Syndrome in Today's Understanding of the Spectrum
The term "Asperger syndrome" is no longer used as a separate diagnosis -- instead, the term autism spectrum is used. What was formerly called "Asperger's" is now considered autism without intellectual disability and without early speech development delay.
There is therefore no separate Asperger test or similar instrument that could help you understand yourself better. What should always be at the center is understanding Asperger's/autism as part of neurodiversity and of your own neurodivergence, and exploring the actual effects it has on how you experience the world.
Autism in Women -- Frequently Overlooked Signs
Autism often presents differently in women than in men. Typical signs include: intense special interests that appear socially acceptable (horses, books, TV series), pronounced masking through imitation of social behaviors, exhaustion after social situations, and difficulty with friendships despite social effort. Many women develop perfect social "scripts," which is why their autistic traits remain undetected for a long time. Unfortunately, autism in women often goes unrecognized -- sometimes until late adulthood, and not infrequently for an entire lifetime. However, there are modern screening tools specifically designed to identify autistic women. We have deliberately included and formulated questions that do not overlook women during the test and take this into account.
Adults and Diagnostics -- Where Can You Get Tested?
For an official autism diagnosis, you can turn to: psychiatric practices specializing in autism spectrum conditions, autism outpatient clinics at university hospitals, or specialized psychotherapy practices. The process usually involves multiple appointments with interviews, tests, and collateral history. Expect waiting times of several months. Use the time for self-reflection with our test. Also consider what you want to achieve with a diagnosis: as the saying goes, "if you have met one autistic person, you have met one autistic person" -- autistic people are all very different. Statistically, they differ more from each other in many traits than non-autistic people differ from autistic people.
ADHD Within the Bigger Picture of Neurodivergence
This neurodiversity test also captures the most important ADHD dimensions -- from attention regulation to closely connected factors like RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria). If you want to look at ADHD specifically and in depth, we have our ADHD test for adults for exactly that.
ADHD Subtypes -- What Are the Differences?
ADD is the outdated term for ADHD without hyperactivity -- today, both are understood as one spectrum with different presentations. What that means for your own patterns: → Go to the detailed ADHD test for adults
What Your Neuroprofile Shows About ADHD Patterns
ADHD patterns practically never exist in a vacuum -- only the whole neuroprofile shows why concentration difficulties, forgetfulness, or distractibility arise. The term "ADHD" only describes the symptoms; you can explore what lies behind them in the → ADHD test for adults
ADHD in Women -- Symptoms and Particularities
ADHD often presents more subtly in women -- daydreaming instead of visible hyperactivity, perfectionism as compensation -- and is therefore frequently overlooked. Our test questions are deliberately worded to capture these patterns: → Go to the ADHD test for adults
High Sensitivity and Its Overlaps
High sensitivity (HSP -- Highly Sensitive Person) affects approximately 20% of the population and may be the underlying trait behind the symptoms of ADHD and autism. A neurodiversity test can shed light on the extent to which high sensitivity is present and, above all, how it is being handled. You can go into this in more detail with our high sensitivity test. In our experience, that is exactly what makes the biggest difference when it comes to presentations such as ADHD, autism, RSD, and alexithymia.
ADHD or Highly Sensitive? Differences and Overlaps
Both phenomena can arise from sensory overload but have different forms of expression.
High sensitivity manifests through: deep processing of sensory impressions, strong empathy, a need for retreat, and intense experience of art and music.
ADHD manifests through: attention difficulties, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and struggles with routines. A combination is possible and requires a nuanced perspective.
is a clinical psychologist and founder of Zensitively. He specialises in neurodiversity – particularly ADHD, autism, and high sensitivity – and developed this test based on validated psychological instruments. As a neurodivergent person himself, he combines clinical expertise with an inside-out perspective.
Frequently Asked Questions
The test typically takes 4 to 6 minutes. It consists of several short questions that you can answer intuitively — there are no right or wrong answers.
Immediately after completion, you receive your personal neuroprofile with a detailed analysis across various dimensions of neurodiversity.
Yes, the test is completely free. You only need an email address to receive your results — this is solely for the secure delivery of your personal neuroprofile.
There are no hidden costs and no obligation. Optional additional offers such as the Neurocompass or the e-book will be presented to you after the analysis, but they are not required to use the test.
No, this test does not replace a professional diagnosis. A clinical diagnosis can only be made by qualified medical or psychotherapeutic professionals after thorough examination.
What the test offers is a scientifically oriented self-assessment. It reveals tendencies and patterns that can help you better understand your own nervous system — and serves many people as a valuable starting point for further self-reflection or a conversation with professionals.
Yes, your data is treated completely confidentially and protected under the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Your answers and results are stored encrypted and never sold or shared with third parties.
Many patterns associated with ADHD, autism, or high sensitivity overlap significantly. An isolated test for just one dimension misses this bigger picture and can lead to more confusion than clarity.
Our test simultaneously captures multiple dimensions of neurodiversity — including factors like RSD (Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria) and alexithymia, which have a major impact on daily experience but are often not considered in conventional tests.
This way you get a holistic picture of your nervous system, rather than just a snapshot. This broader perspective helps you understand yourself better — regardless of whether a single diagnosis applies or not.
The test is based on the analysis of over 120,000 data sets and is continuously being developed. It follows recognized scientific principles and takes into account modern diagnostic insights that go beyond outdated classification systems.
Unlike many conventional tests, our approach follows the neurodiversity paradigm: the scientific recognition that neurological diversity is natural and that different nervous systems bring different strengths and challenges. The test was deliberately designed to provide reliable results for women and for people who mask heavily.
The neurodiversity test measures your self-perception across various dimensions scientifically associated with neurodiversity — including sensory sensitivity, attention regulation, social perception, emotional intensity, and other factors.
Unlike conventional tests that only look in one direction, our test simultaneously captures patterns from the autism spectrum, ADHD, high sensitivity, and related areas such as alexithymia and RSD. This gives you a comprehensive picture of your neurological profile.
After completing the test, you receive your personal neuroprofile — a detailed analysis showing how strongly various neurodivergent dimensions are expressed in you. The results are visually presented and clearly explained.
Your neuroprofile shows you tendencies and patterns — not a diagnosis, but an invitation to better understand your own nervous system. Many people report that this categorization helps them finally understand years-long patterns.