Deenz Autism Spectrum Profile Assessment Scale (DASPAS)

Deenz Autism Spectrum Profile Assessment Scale (DASPAS) is designed to evaluate and assess the profile or pattern of traits, behaviors, and characteristics associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism Spectrum Test is a digital adaptation of DASPAS designed to provide automatic scoring and insights into various aspects of ASD. This instrument is not designed to make a self-diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. Participation in this test is completely anonymous and no data is collected or stored for research purposes.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that affects how a person interacts, behaves with others, perceives, and experiences the world around them. ASD is called a spectrum because it affects people differently with a specific combination of strengths, challenges, and impairments. A person with ASD may find it difficult to communicate and connect with others, may face trouble expressing feelings, and may find certain sounds, lights, or sensory experiences overwhelming.

Deenz Autism Spectrum Profile Assessment Scale adopts a multidimensional approach to assessing challenges and impairment. The main focus of the scale is to examine patterns of traits and behaviors across multiple domains, supported by various research findings in the field of autism spectrum studies. By examining fourteen different characteristics associated with autism spectrum traits, the scale provides valuable insights into the unique profiles of individuals.

The assessment consists of 42 statements and typically requires 6–8 minutes to complete. Participants respond to statements describing social experiences, communication patterns, sensory sensitivities, routines, emotional experiences, attention, and other characteristics associated with autism spectrum traits.

The DASPAS measures fourteen dimensions associated with autism spectrum characteristics:

Socialization
Communication
Sensory
Flexibility
Routine
Repetition
Emotional Sensitivity
Anxiety
Empathy
Motor
Attention
Transition
Expression
Special Interests

Higher scores indicate stronger expression of the specific characteristic being measured. Autism spectrum profiles vary substantially from person to person, and no single dimension should be interpreted as evidence of autism spectrum disorder on its own.

I find it hard to make friends.

I often feel left out in social situations.

I prefer spending time alone rather than socializing.

I struggle to understand what people mean during conversations.

I find it difficult to maintain conversations.

I have trouble understanding body language or facial expressions.

Certain sounds, lights, smells, or textures bother me more than they bother other people.

I feel overwhelmed in noisy or crowded environments.

I avoid certain sensory experiences because they feel uncomfortable.

I find it difficult when plans suddenly change.

I become upset when things do not go as expected.

I prefer doing things in familiar ways.

I like following the same routine every day.

I feel uncomfortable when my routines are disrupted.

Having predictable routines helps me feel secure.

I repeat certain movements, words, or behaviors.

I often find myself doing the same things repeatedly.

I enjoy repetitive activities more than most people.

I experience emotions very intensely.

I become emotionally overwhelmed easily.

Other people's emotions affect me strongly.

I often feel worried or nervous.

I become anxious in unfamiliar situations.

I worry about things more than most people.

I sometimes find it difficult to understand how other people feel.

I struggle to know how to respond when someone is upset.

I find emotional situations confusing.

I have difficulty with coordination or physical tasks.

I often feel clumsy compared to others.

Tasks requiring precise movements can be difficult for me.

I find it hard to stay focused on tasks that do not interest me.

I become distracted easily.

I have difficulty shifting my attention between tasks.

Moving from one activity to another can be stressful.

I need time to adjust when plans change.

I become frustrated during transitions.

I find it difficult to express my feelings clearly.

I struggle to put my thoughts into words.

People sometimes misunderstand what I am trying to say.

I have interests that I focus on intensely.

I spend a lot of time learning about topics that interest me.

My interests are often more important to me than other activities.