Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q)

Introduction

The Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q) is a 25-item self-report measure of camouflaging: the strategies people use to mask, compensate for, or hide autistic traits in social situations. It covers three dimensions: compensation, masking, and assimilation.

Read each statement and choose the option that best describes how much you agree with it. There are no right or wrong answers. Please answer as honestly as you can; it usually takes about 5-10 minutes.

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This test is for educational and self-reflection purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool. If you are experiencing mental health concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

References

Hull, L., Mandy, W., Lai, M.-C., Baron-Cohen, S., Allison, C., Smith, P., & Petrides, K. V. (2019). Development and validation of the Camouflaging Autistic Traits Questionnaire (CAT-Q). Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 49(2), 819-833. 10.1007/s10803-018-3792-6

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