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🧩 Neurodivergent
Could you have ADHD?
Quick ADHD self-screen based on the WHO ASRS.
Rate how often each applies to you: 1 (never) to 5 (very often). Think about the past 6 months.
1I have difficulty concentrating on what people say to me, even when they are speaking directly.
2I leave my seat in situations where remaining seated is expected.
3I have difficulty unwinding and relaxing when I have time to myself.
4When I'm in a conversation, I find myself finishing others' sentences.
5I put things off until the last minute.
6I have difficulty keeping my attention when doing boring or repetitive work.
7I misplace or have difficulty finding things at home or at work.
8I feel overly active or compelled to do things, like driven by a motor.
9I make careless mistakes when working on a boring or difficult project.
10I have difficulty waiting my turn in situations when turn-taking is required.
Understanding ADHD
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) affects 5-7% of children and 2.5-4% of adults worldwide. The WHO's ASRS (Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale) is the standard screening tool used in clinical practice.
ADHD subtypes (DSM-5)
- Predominantly Inattentive (items 1,5,6,7,9): Difficulty focusing, forgetful, disorganized
- Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive (items 2,3,4,8,10): Restless, talks excessively, interrupts
- Combined: Both types — the most common presentation
Key facts
- Adult ADHD diagnoses increased 450% between 2011-2022
- 75% of adults with ADHD are undiagnosed
- ADHD is 70-80% heritable — one of the most genetic psychiatric conditions
- Women are underdiagnosed because they present more inattentive (less "disruptive")
- Screening score ≥14 on the ASRS = recommended for clinical follow-up
Note: This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. If you score high, consider consulting a professional.
Sources: WHO ASRS (Kessler et al. 2005), DSM-5, Fayyad et al. (2007), Lancet Psychiatry.