RAADS-R Autism Traits Test

A self-reflection tool for adults, inspired by the RAADS-R, now with optional AI-powered personalized insights.

Based on the RAADS-R · Ritvo et al., 2011

This test, based on the principles of the RAADS-R, offers insights into autism traits in adults aged 18 and over.

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Online RAADS-R Test Structure & Sample Questions

The RAADS-R (Ritvo Autism Asperger Diagnostic Scale–Revised) is a self-report questionnaire for adults, published by Ritvo and colleagues in 2011. Its 80 statements cover four areas: social relatedness, circumscribed interests, language, and sensory-motor traits. This free online version includes all 80 statements and gives you your score when you finish. You can also answer a few extra questions for an optional AI-powered personalized report.

  • Social Relatedness

    I am a sympathetic person.

  • Language

    I often use words and phrases from movies and television in conversations.

  • Sensory/Motor

    I am often surprised when others tell me I have been rude.

  • Circumscribed Interests

    I focus on details rather than the overall idea.

How you answer

Every statement uses the same four options. Pick the one that describes you best — there is no right answer, and you can change an answer before you submit.

  1. True now and when I was young

    Describes you today and also when you were a child or a teenager.

  2. True only now

    Describes you today, but did not when you were younger.

  3. True only when I was younger than 16

    Described you before you turned 16, but not today.

  4. Never true

    Has not described you at any point.

Ready to explore your traits? The full 80-statement assessment is one click away.

How it works

Four steps, about ten minutes, nothing to install.

  1. Answer 80 statements

    One statement at a time, with the same options throughout.

  2. Get your total score

    Your answers are added up the way the published scale prescribes, and the total is placed on the full range.

  3. Read what the band means

    The band your total falls into is explained in plain language.

  4. Keep or share the result

    Download your results, or take the summary to a conversation with someone you trust.

What your result means

Your total score falls into one of six bands. A band describes how many of the traits this questionnaire asks about you reported.

65
0506590130160240
RAADS-R score bands (0–240 points)
BandScoreWhat it means
Relative level: lowMinimal0–49Very few of the traits the questionnaire asks about were reported.
Relative level: lowVery low50–64A small number of traits, below the range usually reported by autistic adults.
Relative level: moderateLow65–89Commonly cited cut-offAt or just above the commonly cited cut-off, with a limited number of traits.
Relative level: moderateModerate90–129A consistent pattern of traits across several areas of the questionnaire.
Relative level: highHigh130–159Many traits reported, across most areas of the questionnaire.
Relative level: highVery high160–240Traits reported across nearly every area of the questionnaire.

About this scale

Ritvo Autism Asperger Diagnostic Scale–Revised (RAADS-R) · Ritvo et al. · 2011 · Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

Read the original study

Items
801
statements
Validation sample
7791
201 autistic participants · 578 comparison participants
Sensitivity
97%1
Specificity
100%1
Reliability
0.9871
test–retest r
What the 80 items cover1
Item counts per subscale, as published
What the 80 items coveritemsshare of items
Social Relatedness39 items49%
Circumscribed Interests14 items18%
Language7 items9%
Sensory/Motor20 items25%

How this site uses it: a self-report screening questionnaire you complete and score yourself

Sources

  1. Ritvo, R. A., Ritvo, E. R., Guthrie, D., Ritvo, M. J., Hufnagel, D. H., McMahon, W., et al. (2011). The Ritvo Autism Asperger Diagnostic Scale–Revised (RAADS-R): A scale to assist the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder in adults. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 41(8), 1076–1089. doi.org/10.1007/s10803-010-1133-5

What Our Users Say

  • Sarah M.

    This test helped me understand some of my own behaviors and tendencies in a new light.

  • Emily S.

    I appreciated the non-judgmental approach and the focus on self-reflection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I'm unsure about the answers?

It's normal to feel unsure. Pick the option that fits you most of the time; the four options let you separate what is true now from what was true before you were 16. You can retake the test later if you want to. For the optional AI analysis questions, answer based on your current understanding and experiences.

Will my results be shared with anyone?

No, your results are completely private and will not be shared with anyone. We adhere to strict privacy standards to ensure your responses remain confidential.

What should I do after taking the test?

Look at which band your total falls into and what that band means. If you want a more detailed explanation of your answers, the optional AI Personalized Analysis Report provides one.

Is this test suitable for children?

No. The RAADS-R was designed and validated for adults — everyone in the original study was 18 or older — and its answer options ask you to compare how you are now with how you were before age 16. It isn't meant to be filled in by a parent on a child's behalf.

What is a RAADS score?

On the original RAADS-R, a score reflects the number and intensity of autism traits reported.

What is the average RAADS-R score?

In the original validation study (Ritvo et al., 2011), autistic adults averaged 133.8 points and the comparison group averaged 26.0, out of a possible 240. A score of 65 was the threshold that best separated the two groups.

What resources are there for Autism?

If you want to learn more about Autism, there is an Autism society that provides a list of resources for a variety of people.

What is the AI Personalized Analysis Report?

If you want to learn more about Autism, there is an Autism society that provides a list of resources for a variety of people.

Do I have to answer the extra questions for the AI report?

No, completing the supplementary questionnaire for the AI analysis is entirely optional. If you prefer not to, or choose to skip it, you will still receive your standard RAADS-R test scores based on the initial 80 questions.

What kind of extra questions are asked for the AI analysis?

The optional questions aim to provide context for a more personalized analysis. They might inquire about your primary reasons for taking the test, any existing diagnoses (if comfortable sharing), areas in life where you face the most challenges (e.g., social, work, sensory), perceived personal strengths, and common ways you manage social interactions or sensory sensitivities.

How is my data used for the AI report?

Your privacy is paramount. Your answers to the standard test and the optional supplementary questions are used solely by the AI system to generate your personalized analysis report. This data processing is governed by our strict Privacy Policy and is not shared with unrelated third parties. The goal is to provide you with meaningful, private insights.

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