Early Intervention Self-Check: A Neurodivergent-Affirming Checklist

You don't need to be falling apart to deserve support.

In fact, the best time to reach out is before things get that far. But knowing when to seek help is hard, especially when you've spent a lifetime pushing through, masking up, and telling yourself others have it worse.

This checklist was created to help you pause and listen to what your mind and body are already trying to tell you.

What's inside:

• The Early Intervention Self-Check covers six areas that neurodivergent adults often notice first when things start to quietly shift.
• These include emotional wellbeing, energy and physical signs, masking and social fatigue, focus and cognitive load, relationships and connection, and self-talk and sense of self.
• Each section invites honest, judgment-free reflection. There is no score. There is no pass or fail. There is just you, getting curious about how you are actually doing.

Who this is for:

• This checklist is made for neurodivergent adults, including those with ADHD, autism, or who are self-identifying or newly diagnosed. It is also for anyone who feels like something is quietly off but can't quite name it yet.

Why it matters:

• Early support leads to better outcomes.
• Research consistently shows that reaching out before crisis point means more options, more energy to engage, and faster progress.
• This checklist helps you recognise the signs early, so you can take that step while the path forward is still wide open.
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Created by Sharp Minds Psychology, a practice led by a neurodivergent psychologist who understands these experiences from the inside out.

Instant PDF download. Print it, fill it in digitally, or simply read through and reflect.

Pay what feels right. This resource exists to make support more accessible, not less.

Ready to go deeper? Book a consultation with our team at sharpmindspsychology.com.au or find us at @sharpmindspsychology