ADHD self-assessment: Free online screening tool
ADHD self-assessment for adults using the WHO-validated ASRS v1.1 screener, updated 2024 scoring. Takes about 5 minutes. Completely anonymous, no registration required, instant results.
What this screening provides
- Immediate results showing your ADHD symptom likelihood
- Guidance on next steps based on your screening
- Information about professional ADHD diagnosis options
- No registration, no personal data captured, completely anonymous
Complete the ASRS Adult ADHD Evaluation
Wondering if you might have ADHD? This screening tool can help you understand if your experiences align with ADHD symptoms. Based on the ASRS, developed by the World Health Organisation with Harvard Medical School researchers, it takes just 5 minutes.
I'm Gary Hammond, a certified ADHD coach diagnosed with ADHD in 2013. I know how confusing it can be when you suspect you might have ADHD but aren't sure. The ASRS screener is the same initial tool many healthcare professionals use as a first step. It won't diagnose you but can help you recognise patterns and decide if seeking a formal assessment might be worthwhile.
Understanding ADHD symptoms in adults
ADHD affects millions of adults, yet many don't realise they have it until later in life. Symptoms can include attention difficulties, restlessness and impulsivity, and executive function challenges (time management, organisation, procrastination).
About the ASRS screening tool
The ASRS (Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale) was developed by the WHO with Harvard Medical School researchers. It consists of six questions that focus on the symptoms most predictive of ADHD in adults.
Before you begin
- • This is a screening tool, not a diagnostic assessment.
- • Only a qualified healthcare professional can diagnose ADHD.
- • Answer based on how you've felt and behaved over the past six months.
- • Respond honestly for the most accurate indication.
ASRS-v1.1 Screener
Answer based on the past 6 months.
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? (Please select one)
Question 2 of 6
How often do you have difficulty getting things in order when you have to do a task that requires organization? (Please select one)
Question 3 of 6
How often do you have problems remembering appointments or obligations? (Please select one)
Question 4 of 6
When you have a task that requires a lot of thought, how often do you avoid or delay getting started? (Please select one)
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? (Please select one)
Question 6 of 6
How often do you feel overly active and compelled to do things, like you were driven by a motor? (Please select one)
Disclaimer: This free ASRS-v1.1 self-assessment is not a diagnosis. It is a guideline to help you decide whether to seek support from a qualified healthcare professional. Only a doctor, psychiatrist, or psychologist can make an official diagnosis following a comprehensive assessment.
Kessler, R.C., et al. (2005). The World Health Organization Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS). Psychological Medicine, 35(2), 245-256. Copyright © New York University and Ronald C. Kessler, PhD.
Understanding your ADHD Screening Results
A positive result on this ADHD self-assessment doesn't confirm you have ADHD, but it does suggest that your experiences align with common ADHD symptoms. Here's a guide on what scores mean and help with what you might decide to do next.
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