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Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale: WHO-validated screening tool for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
These 6 questions are the most predictive for ADHD
1. How often do you have trouble wrapping up the final details of a project, once the challenging parts have been done?
2. How often do you have difficulty getting things in order when you have to do a task that requires organization?
3. How often do you have problems remembering appointments or obligations?
4. When you have a task that requires a lot of thought, how often do you avoid or delay getting started?
5. How often do you fidget or squirm with your hands or feet when you have to sit down for a long time?
6. How often do you feel overly active and compelled to do things, like you were driven by a motor?
Additional symptoms for comprehensive assessment
7. How often do you make careless mistakes when you have to work on a boring or difficult project?
8. How often do you have difficulty keeping your attention when you are doing boring or repetitive work?
9. How often do you have difficulty concentrating on what people say to you, even when they are speaking to you directly?
10. How often do you misplace or have difficulty finding things at home or at work?
11. How often are you distracted by activity or noise around you?
12. How often do you leave your seat in meetings or other situations in which you are expected to remain seated?
13. How often do you feel restless or fidgety?
14. How often do you have difficulty unwinding and relaxing when you have time to yourself?
15. How often do you find yourself talking too much when you are in social situations?
16. When you are in a conversation, how often do you find yourself finishing the sentences of the people you are talking to before they can finish them themselves?
17. How often do you have difficulty waiting your turn in situations when turn taking is required?
18. How often do you interrupt others when they are busy?
Difficulty focusing, disorganization, forgetfulness
Restlessness, fidgeting, impulsive decisions
Both inattentive and hyperactive symptoms
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Prevalence | 4-5% of adults worldwide |
| Onset | Symptoms present before age 12 |
| Diagnosis | Requires comprehensive clinical evaluation |
| Treatment | Medication, therapy, coaching, lifestyle changes |
| Comorbidity | Often occurs with anxiety, depression, learning disabilities |
Often think outside the box and generate novel ideas
Intense concentration on interesting tasks
High energy and enthusiasm for new projects
Often develop strong coping skills and adaptability
Yes. ADHD often persists into adulthood. Many adults are diagnosed later in life, especially if symptoms were missed in childhood or compensated for.
No. This is a screening tool. ADHD diagnosis requires comprehensive evaluation including clinical interview, history, and ruling out other conditions.
Many adults with ADHD were not diagnosed as children, especially women and those with primarily inattentive symptoms. It is never too late to seek evaluation.
While diagnosis rates have increased, research suggests ADHD is actually underdiagnosed in adults. Proper evaluation by qualified professionals is key.
Not everyone with ADHD needs medication. Treatment is individualized. Many people benefit from a combination of medication, therapy, and lifestyle strategies.
Psychiatrists, psychologists, and some primary care providers can diagnose ADHD. Seek someone experienced with adult ADHD for the most thorough evaluation.