Autism testing · Ages 4 and older
Autism Spectrum Testing for Children, Teens, and Adults
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects social communication, sensory processing, and patterns of behavior. Testing helps you and your family understand your strengths and challenges, and find the right support.
At a glance
- For children, teens, and adults ages 4 and older.
- We use input from you and people who know you, plus performance-based measures.
- Recommendations are tailored to you, including needs that may align with PDA or AuDHD.
- Results in about two weeks with Signature Testing, or the same day with Concierge Testing.
- Ages
- 4 to adult
- Testing time
- About 3 to 5 hours
- Results
- Same day or ~2 weeks
People with autism may experience challenges with social interaction, along with restricted interests and repetitive behaviors. At Rock Springs, comprehensive autism testing helps individuals and families understand what's going on and points toward the most effective treatment and accommodations.
What are the symptoms of autism?
Symptoms vary widely from person to person. They usually fall into a few areas:
- Social communication: trouble reading social cues, making eye contact, or keeping a back-and-forth conversation going
- Sensory sensitivities: discomfort with sounds, textures, or lights
- Routines and interests: rigid routines and intense special interests
Some people with autism also have co-occurring conditions like ADHD or anxiety, which can affect daily life further.
How do you test for autism?
An accurate autism evaluation uses more than one method.
- Input from you and key observers. Parents, teachers, or a spouse help us understand social interactions, communication, and behavior patterns.
- Performance-based measures. Tasks evaluate social cognition, executive functioning, and sensory processing.
This comprehensive approach leads to a thorough, accurate diagnosis and recommendations made for you. Learn how the testing process works.
Are there different types of autism?
The DSM-5 describes three severity levels of autism, based on how much support a person needs:
Level 1
Requires support.
Level 2
Requires substantial support.
Level 3
Requires very substantial support.
Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder is a related condition. It involves difficulty with verbal and nonverbal communication, without the restrictive behaviors seen in autism.
You may also hear terms like Demand Avoidance, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), and AuDHD (autism and ADHD combined). These are widely discussed and researched in the autism community, but they are not formally recognized diagnoses. Even so, our treatment recommendations and accommodations are tailored to your specific needs, including challenges that may align with PDA or AuDHD.
How is autism treated?
Autism treatment is highly individualized. It focuses on communication, social skills, and daily functioning. Helpful options may include:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Speech therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Executive functioning coaching
- Sensory integration techniques
- Social skills training
- Structured routines
There is no single treatment for autism. Your evaluation gives you personalized recommendations, so you and your family can find the therapies, accommodations, and support services that work best.
Autism testing questions
Do you test adults for autism?
Can you diagnose PDA or AuDHD?
What is Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder?
Is a screener the same as an autism evaluation?
How fast will I get results?
Schedule testing
Stop wondering. Start knowing.
Appointments are usually available within one to two weeks. Schedule online, or call or text us to set up a free consultation.