This free, private adult ADHD self-test is based on Part A of the ASRS v1.1, the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale developed with the World Health Organization. It asks six questions about the past six months, takes about a minute, and stays entirely on your device. It is a screening tool, not a diagnosis.
Adult ADHD Self-Test
Based on the ASRS v1.1 (Part A). Takes about a minute.
This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. It can help you see whether an evaluation is worthwhile, but only a clinician can diagnose ADHD. Your answers stay on your device. Answer for how you have felt and behaved over the past 6 months.
Instrument: ASRS v1.1 Part A (Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale, World Health Organization; Kessler et al., 2005), public domain. Sacramento Mental Health treats adults 18 and older.
How to Read Your Result
The ASRS Part A counts how many of the six questions fall in the range most associated with ADHD (the shaded answers). Four or more is the cut-point that indicates symptoms highly consistent with adult ADHD and worth a full evaluation. The table below summarizes it.
| Marked answers (of 6) | What It Suggests |
|---|---|
| 0–3 | Fewer symptoms than the usual ADHD screening cut-point |
| 4–6 | Symptoms highly consistent with ADHD; a full evaluation is recommended |
Is This a Diagnosis?
No. Part A of the ASRS is a screener, not a diagnostic test. Only a clinician can diagnose ADHD, through a comprehensive assessment that also looks at how symptoms have shown up since childhood and across settings, and rules out other explanations like anxiety or depression. A screen is a useful starting point, not the final word.
What to Do Next
If your result suggests ADHD, or if these difficulties are interfering with your work, relationships, or daily life regardless of the score, the next step is to talk with a professional. Adult ADHD is very treatable. To understand the condition and the options, see our guide to ADHD treatment, or call (916) 527-9606 to discuss coverage and payment options.
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Explore ADHD treatment →Frequently Asked Questions
Is this ADHD test accurate?
The ASRS v1.1 Part A is a validated screening tool developed with the World Health Organization and performs well at flagging adults who may have ADHD. It is designed to identify who should be evaluated further, not to diagnose.
What is a positive ADHD screen?
Four or more of the six Part A questions falling in the shaded range indicates symptoms highly consistent with adult ADHD and warrants a full evaluation. A lower score does not rule ADHD out if difficulties persist.
Are my answers private?
Yes. This screen runs entirely in your browser. Your answers are not saved, sent, or stored anywhere, and no personal information is collected.
What should I do if I screen positive?
A positive screen means it is worth talking with a professional. The next step is a comprehensive assessment, which can confirm whether ADHD is present and guide treatment. ADHD is very treatable.