I often find it challenging to start a conversation with new people
I sometimes struggle to understand social cues, such as body language or facial expressions
I prefer spending time alone rather than engaging in social gathering
It's difficult for me to make small talk with others
I feel anxious or uncomfortable in group settings?
I have difficulty maintaining eye contact during conversations
I often take things literally and find it hard to understand jokes or sarcasm
I feel more comfortable when people explain things directly, without relying on hints or sublety
I find it hard to express my emotions or thoughts verbally
I sometimes miss or misunderstand subtle changes in tone of voice or facial expressions
I tend to talk at length about my interests, even if others seem uninterested
I often find it challenging to respond to non-verbal cues in converstation
I am more comfortable discussing factual topics than talking abut abstract concepts or feelings
When I am excited about a topic, I find it hard to let others speak or share their thoughts
I sometimes have difficulty understanding figurative langauge, such as metaphors or idioms
I have specific routines that I like to follow every day
I get frustrated or anxious when my routine is disrupted
I enjoy engaging in repetitive movements, such as tapping or hand flapping, especially when I'm nervous or excited
I often focus intensely on one or two specific interests and spend a lot of time on them
I tend to collect items related to my interests and become deeply knowledgeable about them
I find comfort in doing the same activities repeatedly rather than trying new things
I like to arrange items in a particular order or pattern and feel unsettled if they are moved
I am easily overwhelmed by loud noises or bright lights
I tend to notice small sounds or visual details that others may not be aware of
I feel uncomfortable or anxious in crowded places due to sensoty overload
I am particularly sensitive to certain smells and find it hard to be in environments where they are present
I find it soothing to engage in sensory activities, such as touching soft fabrics or listening to calming sounds
I have difficulty managing my time and organizing tasks, especially when there are multiple steps involved
I find it hard to adapt to sudden changes in plans or unexpected events
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