Child autism screening for parents

My child finds it difficult to work out what other people are thinking or feeling.

My child finds it hard to join in with other children's play.

My child prefers to play alone, or alongside others rather than with them.

My child takes language very literally and misses jokes, hints or sarcasm.

My child's eye contact is limited, fleeting or feels effortful.

My child finds pretend or imaginative play with others difficult.

My child finds it hard to start a conversation or keep one going.

My child struggles to keep friendships going over time.

My child rarely brings things to show me or share their interests with me.

My child finds it hard to pick up social rules that other children learn easily.

My child has intense interests they return to again and again.

My child lines up, sorts or organises toys and objects.

My child repeats movements such as flapping, rocking or spinning.

My child insists that things are done in a particular order or a particular way.

Unexpected change causes my child significant distress.

My child is distressed by certain sounds, textures, smells or lights.

My child seeks out movement, deep pressure or other sensory input.

My child is a very selective eater based on texture, smell or appearance.

Busy places such as supermarkets or assemblies are overwhelming for my child.

My child does not seem to notice pain, heat or cold in the way others do.

My child holds themselves together at school and struggles at home.

My child has meltdowns or shutdowns after demanding situations.

These experiences have been present since early childhood.

School or nursery has raised similar observations.

These experiences affect my child's learning, friendships or family life.