Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email Welcome to the Monotropism Questionnaire! This survey aims to explore different attentional styles, mainly focusing on monotropism, a psychological theory that aims to describe how attention is allocated in individuals. This concept is often discussed in relation to autism spectrum conditions, though it can apply to individuals not on the autism spectrum as well.This questionnaire is designed for individuals, caregivers, educators, and professionals interested in understanding more about monotropic attention and how it affects everyday activities, relationships, and overall well-being.The insights gained from your responses will contribute to a better understanding of how attention is allocated and may help individuals recognise their attentional preferences. Additionally, for professionals and caregivers, this questionnaire may offer valuable perspectives on supporting individuals with a monotropic attention style better.Please note that this questionnaire is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice or diagnosis.Garau, V., Woods, R., Chown, N., Hallett, S., Murray, F., Wood, R., Murray, A. & Fletcher-Watson, S. (2023). The Monotropism Questionnaire, Open Science Framework.After a period of instability, I need a quiet and predictable environment Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I need a quiet and predictable environment for me to switch from one task to another easily. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often struggle to concentrate in busy and/or unpredictable environments. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I find sudden unexpected disruptions to my attention startling. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None It's distressing to be unexpectedly pulled away from something I'm engaged in. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I rarely find simultaneously holding eye contact and making a verbal conversation with another person uncomfortable. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often notice details that others do not. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None Involvement in an activity of interest often reduces my anxiety level. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None Sometimes making a decision is so hard I get physically stuck. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I sometimes focus on an incident for a substantial time (days) after the event. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I can get quite good at something even if I'm not especially interested in it. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often lose sense of time when engaging in activities I am passionate about. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I sometimes avoid talking because I cannot reliably predict how others will react, especially strangers. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I tend to do activities because I find them interesting, instead of due to societal expectations. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I rarely find social situations chaotic. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I don't mind if someone interrupts me when I'm in the middle of an activity. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None When I'm working on something, I'm open to helpful suggestions. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often find it difficult to switch topics after engaging in an activity for a long time. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None Routines provide an important source of stability and safety. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often engage in activities I am passionate about to escape from anxiety. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I manage uncertainty by creating routines. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often experience anxiety over matters I have little certainty over. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I find it difficult to engage in a task of no interest to me even if it is important. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often find engaging in stimming (e.g., fidgeting, rocking) to be relaxing. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I am usually passionate about a few topics at any one time in my life. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I have trouble filtering out sounds when I am not doing something I'm focused on. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I usually mean what I say and no more than that. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often engage in lengthy discussions on topics I find interesting even though my conversational partner(s) do not. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I sometimes accidentally say something others find offensive/ rude when I am focused on a task. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I can sometimes be very distressed by a topic that others think of as trivial. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I find it easy to keep up with group discussions where everyone is speaking. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None Often when I am focused on activities, I do not notice I am thirsty or hungry. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None Often when I am focused on activities, I do not notice I need the bathroom. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None When there is a lot of information to consider, I often struggle to make a decision. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I am often totally focused on activities I am passionate about, to the point I am unaware of other events. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I find social interactions more comfortable if communicating about a topic of interest to me. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I sometimes become highly anxious by focusing on the many possible situations that might occur at a future event. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None Sometimes when I am focused on an activity, I do not recall all the information I might need to make good decisions. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None People tell me I get fixated on things. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I find a problem I can't solve distressing and/or hard to put down. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I tend to feel quite self-conscious unless I'm deeply absorbed in a task. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often get stuck thinking about all the possibilities that might come out of a decision. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None When I am interested in something, I tend to be passionate about it. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None When I am interested in a topic, I like to learn everything I can about that topic. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I am still fascinated by many of the things I was interested in when I was much younger. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I rarely find myself getting stuck in loops of thought. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None I often loop back to previous thoughts. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither agree nor disagree Agree Strongly Agree Not applicable None Name Email By selecting this checkbox, I fully understand and agree that the personal information which I have provided in this survey will be treated in accordance with Personal Data Protection Act. My personal information collected may be used for future research and learning. Time's up