I fidget, tap my foot, doodle, or shift in my seat to help focus. If inattention is an issue for you, the next section includes 6 questions or statements that address Hyperactivity and 3 questions that look at Impulsivity. If inattention does not appear to be an issue for you, the quiz will end at this point, and you will see your results. I’ve bought things then realized I already own one. I’m bad with dates, names, or appointments, or forget to bring something I need. I often lose track of what I was supposed to be doing. I’m often lost in thought, one idea after another, imagining ideas or situations. I’m easily distracted by conversations, noises, or activity around me. Sound familiar? 8: I AM EASILY DISTRACTED My home or work space is cluttered, piles everywhere so I can find things, otherwise, I’ll forget them. ![]() “I just had it a minute ago!!” I lose important paperwork. I often misplace my phone, keys, or TV remote. But when I’m interested, I’m super focused. I struggle with jobs that demand focus for a long time. 6: I AVOID TASKS THAT NEED SUSTAINED MENTAL EFFORT I often procrastinate, unsure where to start, or what I need. I have trouble organizing my work or home life. I struggle to stick to routines, schedules, or plans.I know what to do, I just don’t seem to do it. I prefer to jump right in, rather than read the instructions, guides, or recipes. Sometimes, I even lose track of what I’m saying, or go off on tangents. ![]() I may appear to be listening but my mind wanders and I miss what’s being said. I often tune out during long conversations. Or I end up doing several things at once. I mess up dates, get details wrong, or make simple errors because I’m not paying attention. The first 9 questions will explore Inattention and Focus: 1: I HAVE POOR ATTENTION TO DETAIL Not all of the situations listed may resonate with you, but when you take the quiz, you would pick yes if any of them do. The following are the statements or questions contained in the quiz. When you take the quiz, you will find 18 quick questions, with the option to choose a YES or NO response for each question. ![]() We recommend that you print your results and take them to your doctor for a diagnosis. This screener is based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), published by the American Psychiatric Association.Our ADHD quiz will give you a sense of whether or not you may have ADHD or ADD, but it will NOT replace a full assessment by a doctor. An accurate diagnosis can only be made through clinical evaluation. If you answer ‘Very Often’ or ‘Frequently’ to a significant number of these questions, consult a licensed mental health practitioner. This ADD test is designed to determine whether you demonstrate symptoms similar to those of attention deficit disorder - and the inattentive sub-type in particular. But this self-test may provide some behavior clues and suggestions about next steps. Only a mental-health professional can tell for sure whether symptoms are severe, frequent, and pervasive enough to suggest a positive ADD diagnosis. ![]() And it is absolutely worth diagnosing - and treating - at any age. ADD can cause problems with relationships, finances, and work. ADD symptoms in adults can include lack of motivation, procrastination, and difficulty sustaining attention. Many adults are finally evaluated for ADD symptoms after their children get diagnosed - and they realize that they struggled with the same symptoms all their lives. Symptoms of inattentive attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (previously called ADD) - particularly in women - can go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed for years, even decades.
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