📋 Source: Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS-v1.1) — Kessler RC et al. Psychol Med 2005;35(2):245–256. A positive screen does not diagnose ADHD. Formal assessment by a psychiatrist or paediatrician is required for diagnosis. Information is general in nature. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for advice specific to your situation.
The WHO Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale — a validated 6-question screener. Takes about 2 minutes. Not a diagnosis.
ℹ️This is a screening aid only — not a diagnostic test. ADHD is diagnosed by a doctor through a full clinical assessment. A positive screen means a GP conversation may be worthwhile.
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Question 1 of 6
How often do you have trouble wrapping up the final details of a project, once the challenging parts have been done?
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very Often
Question 2 of 6
How often do you have difficulty getting things in order when you have to do a task that requires organisation?
Never
Rarely
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Very Often
Question 3 of 6
How often do you have problems remembering appointments or obligations?
Never
Rarely
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Very Often
Question 4 of 6
When you have a task that requires a lot of thought, how often do you avoid or delay getting started?
Never
Rarely
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Often
Very Often
Question 5 of 6
How often do you fidget or squirm with your hands or feet when you have to sit down for a long time?
Never
Rarely
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Often
Very Often
Question 6 of 6
How often do you feel overly active and compelled to do things, like you were driven by a motor?
Never
Rarely
Sometimes
Often
Very Often
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Important: This tool is based on the validated WHO ASRS-v1.1 screener and is for educational purposes only. It does not diagnose ADHD or any other condition. A positive result does not mean you have ADHD — anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and thyroid problems can produce similar symptoms. A negative result does not rule out ADHD. Formal diagnosis requires a comprehensive clinical assessment by a qualified health professional.
Adults only (18+). Paediatric ADHD assessment uses different validated tools and must be conducted by a paediatrician or child psychiatrist.
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Sources & Validation
Kessler RC, Adler L, Ames M, et al. The World Health Organization Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS). Psychological Medicine. 2005;35(2):245–256. doi:10.1017/S0033291704002892
Kessler RC, Adler LA, Gruber MJ, et al. Validity of the WHO ASRS Screener. International Journal of Methods in Psychiatric Research. 2007;16(2):52–65. doi:10.1002/mpr.208
World Health Organization / Harvard Medical School. ASRS-v1.1. hcp.med.harvard.edu
Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). ADHD clinical guidelines. ranzcp.org
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