Here is our FREE self-assessment.  The questions are related directly or indirectly to ADHD.  Read each question carefully, and then choose your answer ranking from 1 to 5.  Answer 1 if it is not much of a problem, and up to 5 if it is a problem most all of the time.

When you are finished, click “submit” and GPT will generate a personalized report.  It will have some insights, and some recommendations. Remember, this does not take the place of a conversation with your doctor or healthcare professional. It is not medical advice.  But it is a pretty good educational tool.

It will take you about ten minutes to thoughtfully complete the quiz.

The initial report will take about 30 seconds to generate.

If you want a link to the PDF copy so that you can print it out and share it with your healthcare provider you will see a button for that. That will take about three minutes to arrive in your email.

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ADHD Self-Report Symptom Inventory

Rate each item from 1 (Never) to 5 (Very Often).

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Section 1 — Prefrontal Cortex (Executive Function)

  1. I lose track of what I’m doing in the middle of a task.
  2. I have trouble organizing tasks, materials, or my workspace.
  3. I put things off even when I know they’re important.
  4. I struggle to prioritize when everything feels urgent.
  5. I miss details or make careless mistakes.
  6. I find it hard to finish tasks I start.
  7. I avoid tasks that require sustained mental effort.
  8. I have difficulty holding information in mind while working.
  9. I often misplace things (keys, phone, papers).
  10. I struggle to shift gears when plans change.

Section 2 — ADHD Inattentive-Type Symptoms

  1. I have trouble staying focused during conversations or reading.
  2. I’m easily distracted by noises, my phone, or my own thoughts.
  3. I tune out during meetings or classes.
  4. People say I “don’t listen” even when I’m trying.
  5. I need repeated instructions to complete tasks.
  6. My mind wanders when I should be paying attention.
  7. I struggle to follow through on multistep directions.
  8. I feel mentally fatigued by sustained attention tasks.
  9. I lose my place or forget what I was about to do.
  10. I have trouble noticing small but important details.

Section 3 — ADHD Hyperactive/Impulsive-Type Symptoms

  1. I feel restless or “keyed up” when sitting still.
  2. I fidget or tap when I need to sit quietly.
  3. I blurt things out or interrupt others.
  4. I have trouble waiting my turn.
  5. I make quick decisions without thinking through consequences.
  6. I talk more than is typical for the situation.
  7. I seek stimulation (risk, speed, novelty) to feel engaged.
  8. I start new tasks before finishing current ones.
  9. I have trouble regulating emotions when frustrated.
  10. I act on urges that lead to avoidable mistakes.

This tool provides general educational information and is not medical advice.