What Is AuDHD?

AuDHD refers to individuals who meet criteria for both Autism and ADHD. These neurotypes frequently overlap and can influence each other, leading many people to experience:

• High internal anxiety despite appearing “high functioning”

• Masking or camouflaging traits

• Emotional intensity, shutdowns, or burnout

• Difficulty focusing on unpreferred tasks

• Hyperfocus on interests

• Sensory sensitivities or sensory-seeking behaviors

• Executive functioning differences

• Social exhaustion, social confusion, or misunderstanding cues

• “People-pleasing” mixed with inner overwhelm

• Difficulty balancing structure and flexibility

A combined evaluation helps clarify why these patterns occur and how to support functioning in work, relationships, school, and daily routines.

Who AuDHD Testing Is For

This assessment is ideal for:

• Teens struggling with school overwhelm, masking, or shutdowns

• Adults who have long suspected they may be autistic or ADHD

• Individuals who were misdiagnosed with anxiety or depression alone

• Women, AFAB individuals, and high-masking autistic adults

• People who feel “different,” misunderstood, or chronically exhausted

• Individuals who relate to both ADHD and Autism traits

• Adults researching neurodivergence for self-understanding

• Those seeking clarity before starting therapy or accommodations

What the Evaluation Measures

The AuDHD assessment explores the core areas of both diagnoses, including:

Autism Domains

• Social communication differences

• Sensory profiles (overwhelm, sensitivity, seeking)

• Masking and camouflaging behaviors

• Rigid or repetitive patterns

• Cognitive style, routines, and processing

• Burnout, shutdowns, and fatigue

ADHD Domains

• Inattention and distractibility

• Hyperactivity or “internal restlessness”

• Impulsivity (verbal, emotional, behavioral)

• Executive functioning challenges

• Organization, planning, and initiation

• Task persistence and time management

Shared AuDHD Overlaps

• Emotional regulation

• Perfectionism and anxiety

• Overwhelm and task paralysis

• Rejection sensitivity

• Sensory overload affecting focus

• Social masking with burnout afterward

Your report will clearly differentiate which traits belong to Autism, ADHD, or both.

Testing Tools Used

Assessments may include:

• Standardized Autism measures (adult + teen appropriate)

• ADHD rating scales and executive functioning measures

• Sensory processing questionnaires

• Neurodevelopmental interviews

• Self-report and observer-report scales

• History review + functional assessment

• Anxiety/OCD screening if symptoms overlap

Tools are chosen based on age, presentation, masking profile, and testing goals.

What to Expect in an AuDHD Evaluation

1. Initial Clinical Interview

A detailed discussion of history, sensory traits, attention patterns, masking, school or work functioning, and developmental background.

2. Standardized Testing

Evidence-based Autism and ADHD measures administered through structured tasks, questionnaires, or interviews.

3. Observations & Behavioral Impressions

Assessing communication style, sensory preferences, emotional regulation, and cognitive patterns.

4. Parent or Partner Input (Optional)

Collateral information to strengthen accuracy if needed.

5. Diagnostic Clarification & Report

A comprehensive written report including:

• Diagnoses (if applicable)

• Detailed interpretation of results

• Strengths profile

• Support + accommodation recommendations

• Therapy + resource recommendations

6. Feedback Session

A collaborative review of results with space for questions and next steps.

Cost & Insurance

Bridgewell Cognitive Health is private-pay, allowing for flexible, individualized evaluations without insurance-based restrictions on testing hours or tools. Superbills can be provided for clients seeking potential out-of-network reimbursement.

If you relate to both Autism and ADHD traits, a combined evaluation can help you understand your neurotype and receive personalized recommendations. Begin with a consultation.