Neurodivergence & Camouflage · 90 secs

CAT-Q Autistic & ADHD Social Camouflaging Screener

Framework: Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q, Hull et al.) · 100% Private & Free

Assess social masking, compensation strategies, and assimilation effort in neurodivergent adults. 12-item clinical self-test based on Hull et al.'s CAT-Q.

Scientific Overview

Autistic camouflaging is the conscious or subconscious suppression of natural neurodivergent traits and explicit imitation of neurotypical behaviors to blend in, avoid social ostracization, and survive neurotypical environments.

What This Assessment Evaluates

  • Evaluates Compensation (pre-scripting, copying social rules), Masking (repressing stims, forcing eye contact), and Assimilation (hypervigilant social chameleonism)
  • Identifies the root of adult neurodivergent burnout and autistic exhaustion
  • Actionable accommodations and self-compassion boundary scripts to unmask safely

How to Take This Test

  1. Answer honestly based on your experience over the past 7 days.
  2. There are no right or wrong answers; trust your initial emotional reaction.
  3. Receive your personalized score breakdown, mascot insight, and custom journaling prompts immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between normal social adaptation and autistic masking?

While most people adjust their persona at work or parties, autistic camouflaging requires intense cognitive computation-forcing eye contact, monitoring facial muscles, calculating conversation pauses-which drains executive function and triggers severe nervous system collapse.

Medical Disclaimer

Medical Disclaimer: This instrument is designed for personal self-awareness, emotional tracking, and educational purposes. It is not a clinical diagnosis, psychological treatment, or a substitute for licensed psychiatric care.

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