11/12/2017 ADHD Symptoms Test: Diagnosing ADD in Children

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ADHD SYMPTOM TEST

[Self-Test] Could Your Child Have ADHD?

Do you suspect that your child might have attention deficit disorder? Take this self-test and share the
results with your child’s doctor for evaluation.

BY ADDITUDE EDITORS

Based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), published by the American
Psychiatric Association.

Only a mental-health professional can tell for sure whether symptoms of distractibility, impulsivity, and
hyperactivity are severe enough to suggest a positive ADHD diagnosis. But this self-test may provide
some behavior clues and suggestions about next steps.

This questionnaire is designed to determine whether your child demonstrates symptoms similar to those
of attention de cit disorder (ADHD). If you answer yes to a signi cant number of these questions, consult
a licensed mental health practitioner. An accurate diagnosis can only be made through clinical
evaluation. 

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Q.1
My child often makes careless mistakes. *

Yes
No

Q.2
It's very dif cult for my child to stay focused on homework or
other tasks. *

Yes
No

Q.3
My child rarely completes an activity before moving to the next
activity. *

Yes
No

Q.4
Even when spoken to directly, my child often seems to not be
paying attention. *

Yes
No

Q.5
My child is disorganized and, even with my help, can't seem to
learn how to become organized. *

Yes
No

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Q.6
My child frequently loses things like homework and personal
belongings. *

Yes
No

Q.7
My child tries to avoid activities that require sustained
concentration and a lot of mental effort. *

Yes
No

Q.8
My child frequently forgets to do things, even when constantly
reminded. *

Yes
No

Q.9
Even the smallest distractions often throw my child off task. *

Yes
No

Q.10
Sometimes my child acts as if she/he is driven by a motor. *

Yes
No

Q.11
My child always seems to be dgeting. *

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Yes.
No.

Q.12
My child often has problems remaining seated even when
she/he is supposed to. *

Yes
No

Q.13
My child talks a lot, even when she/he has nothing much to say.
*

Yes
No

Q.14
My child often interferes in the classroom because she/he has
dif culty engaging in quiet activities without disturbing others.
*

Yes
No

Q.15
In class or at home, my child often blurts out answers to
questions before they are fully asked. *

Yes
No

Q.16
My child has dif culty waiting patiently to take turns, and
frequently butts ahead in lines or grabs toys from playmates. *
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Yes
No

Q.17
Sometimes my child seems intrusive. She/he often interrupts
other peoples' activities and conversations. *

Yes
No

Q.18
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1. Download What Every Thorough ADHD Diagnosis Includes
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3. Listen to “Is It Really ADHD? How to Get the Diagnosis Right” – an Expert Webinar with Thomas E.
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