ADHD Quiz: Check Your Symptoms
Many people find it hard to focus from time to time. But if your career, relationships, or home life are affected by a tendency to get distracted, you may be struggling with ADHD. This test can help you understand whether you might have ADHD, and what to do next.
ADHD Self-Check
How often do you experience the following?
Use the sliders below to reflect how often these symptoms affect your attention, organization, restlessness, or daily functioning.
I have trouble wrapping up the final details of projects or tasks.
It’s hard for me to get organized or prepared for a task.
I forget appointments or obligations.
I avoid or procrastinate on tasks that require deeper thought.
When I have to sit for a long time, I fidget, squirm, or jiggle my leg.
I feel the urge to move around, like I’m driven by a motor.
I make careless mistakes like typos or miscalculations in my work.
I can’t focus on tasks I find boring or repetitive.
It’s hard for me to pay attention when people are speaking to me.
I lose track of things like my phone, keys, or wallet.
I can’t focus if there’s noise or activity near me.
It’s hard for me to stay seated during meetings, class, or meals.
I’m restless and fidgety.
It’s hard for me to unwind and relax during my downtime.
In social settings, I seem to talk more than other people.
When other people are talking, I finish their sentences or talk over them.
It’s hard for me to wait in line or wait my turn.
I interrupt people even when I can see that they’re busy.
This is a brief screening tool, not a diagnosis. If you are in crisis, call or text 988. For immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.