This test is designed to help identify symptoms commonly associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Answer each question honestly, selecting the response that best describes your experiences over the past six months. Please note that this test is not a diagnosis; if you suspect you may have ADHD, consult a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation.
ADHD-Screening Test
- How often do you find it difficult to sustain attention in tasks or activities, such as schoolwork, work tasks, or during conversations?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- Do you frequently make careless mistakes in your work or other activities due to an inability to pay attention to details?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- How often do you struggle to follow through on instructions, obligations, or commitments in your daily life?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- Do you often have difficulty organizing tasks and activities, such as time management or keeping track of personal belongings?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- How frequently do you avoid or dislike tasks that require sustained mental effort, such as schoolwork, paperwork, or preparing reports?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- Do you often lose things necessary for tasks or activities, such as keys, phone, paperwork, or tools?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- How often do you feel restless or find yourself fidgeting with your hands or feet when you need to sit still?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- Do you frequently feel unable to engage in leisure activities quietly, often acting as if “driven by a motor”?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- How often do you interrupt or intrude on others, such as butting into conversations or taking over what others are doing?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
- Do you often find it difficult to wait your turn, such as in lines or during group activities?
a) Never or rarely
b) Sometimes
c) Often
d) Almost always
Scoring:
For questions 1-9, assign the following points:
Never or rarely: 0 points
Sometimes: 1 point
Often: 2 points
Almost always: 3 points
For question 10, assign points as follows:
Never or rarely: 3 points
Sometimes: 2 points
Often: 1 point
Almost always: 0 points
Interpretation:
0-10 points: Few symptoms suggestive of ADHD.
11-20 points: Mild symptoms – further evaluation may be warranted.
21-30 points: Moderate symptoms, consider seeking professional assessment.
31-40 points: Severe symptoms consistent with ADHD, consultation with a healthcare professional recommended.
