INSTRUCTIONS

• Approximate time: 10-12 minutes to respond to 47 questions.
  
  
• Please answer the questions according to what is true for you.
  
  
• All responses are confidential.

Understanding High Scores (3.4 and Above)

Your score is {yourAverage}, which falls into the high score range (3.4 and above).

Score Breakdown

0-3.3: Low prevalence of monotropic traits, suggesting a more flexible focus of attention and interests.

3.4 and above: High prevalence of monotropic traits, indicating a strong tendency to focus intensely on specific areas of interest or tasks.

Your Score Suggests:

• A high prevalence of monotropic traits, meaning you likely focus intensely on specific areas of interest or tasks, sometimes to the exclusion of other activities or topics.
  
  
• A strong ability to immerse yourself in specific subjects, potentially leading to high levels of expertise or deep knowledge in areas that capture your attention.
  
  
• Difficulty in shifting focus between multiple activities or interests, particularly if one area becomes deeply absorbing or consuming.
  
  

When to Explore Monotropism Clinically

If your intense focus and preference for specific tasks or interests are affecting your daily functioning or well-being, it may be worth exploring monotropism clinically.

Consider seeking support if:

• You experience difficulty balancing multiple responsibilities or interests, leading to neglect of important areas of life (e.g., work, relationships, self-care).
  
  
• You struggle to adapt to changes in routine or unexpected demands, leading to heightened stress, anxiety, or frustration.
  
  
• You find that your intense focus or interests lead to social isolation or difficulty relating to others, impacting your personal or professional relationships.

Next Steps

If you find that your intense focus on specific interests or tasks sometimes interferes with balancing other responsibilities or social interactions, there are strategies to help you maintain flexibility when needed.

Our team of specialists can help you explore ways to manage focus and create balance between your deep interests and other aspects of life. Taking the next step to better understand your strengths and challenges will allow you to maximize your potential in every area!

Understanding Low Scores (0-3.3)

Your score is {yourAverage}, which falls into the low score range (0-3.3).

Score Breakdown

0-3.3: Low prevalence of monotropic traits, suggesting a more flexible focus of attention and interests

3.4 and Above: High prevalence of monotropic traits, indicating a tendency to focus intensely on specific areas of interest or tasks.


Your Score Suggests:

• A low to no prevalence of monotropic traits, meaning you likely have a general ability to maintain focus across a variety of interests and tasks.
  
  
• Ease in shifting your attention between multiple activities or topics without feeling overly immersed or fixated on one area.
  
  
• A relatively flexible cognitive approach to tasks, allowing you to balance different interests, tasks, or demands in daily life.

When Low to Mild Monotropic Traits Are a Strength

Low scores on the monotropism spectrum highlight strengths that support balance and adaptability in personal and professional life.

These strengths include:

• The ability to maintain a broad focus across various topics and tasks, without feeling overwhelmed by a need to concentrate deeply on just one area.
  
  
• Flexibility in engaging with diverse interests, allowing for greater social integration and adaptability in fast-paced or changing environments.
  
  
• A minimal need for structured routines or accommodations, allowing for easier transitions between different activities or environments.

The Overlap with Other Conditions

While low scores generally indicate minimal monotropic traits, it’s worth considering whether any of the following are present:

• Occasional challenges in maintaining deep interest or engagement in topics, which might result in reduced motivation for specific tasks or activities.
  
  
• Struggles with focus or attention in environments where there are many distractions or shifting demands.
  
  
• Mild anxiety or stress in certain situations, potentially affecting attention or engagement with tasks that are less personally interesting.

Next Steps

If you feel that your ability to shift focus or balance multiple interests or tasks is occasionally challenging, there are strategies that could help you maintain focus when needed.

Our team of specialists can assist you in identifying strategies to improve focus or find ways to engage with interests and tasks that support your needs. Take the next step toward discovering how to maximize your strengths today!

What's Next?

You will be sent a copy of your scores if you've provided your email address.

If you marked that you are interested in counseling services, our Client Care Coordinator will be in touch within 24 hours to connect you with one of our experts.

Please feel free to reach out to our Client Care Coordinator, Cassie Clayton, if you have any questions in the meantime!

Email : clientcare@newpathfamily.com

Text or Call: (408) 475-2746