ADHD Self-test
ADHD self-tests can be used when one has the ADHD characteristics wants to find out which one recognises in oneself. It can give an initial, general impression of whether one has ADHD. These self-tests are not intended as a diagnosis and should always be followed by a professional examination by a psychiatrist, neurologist or clinical psychologist.
Sense of a self-test ADHD:
A self-test can be a first step towards looking up a
professional diagnosis. Moreover, the self-test can also be a first impetus
give to figuring out for themselves which ADHD symptoms one has. That may already give some insight into the situation. But a own diagnosis is always a tricky task anyway, even for social workers.
Disadvantages of an ADHD self-test:
Self-tests for ADHD are neither reliable nor valid. One cannot self-diagnose ADHD with a self-test. Moreover, there is no single symptom that only occurs in ADHD. The symptoms of ADHD
that one identifies with a self-test can thus refer to another
problems. Moreover, someone with ADHD may also have other problems. This too cannot be ruled out by a self-test. ADHD self-tests are therefore not sufficient to decide on a treatment of ADHD.
Ultra-short screening test in ADHD-ADD Expertise Centre Psychologist-JoVo
1. Do you usually feel restless? (for example: agitated, difficulty sitting still, fidgeting, exercising a lot or being agile)
2. Do you usually tend to do first and think second? (e.g. blurting things out, spending too much money, being impatient)
3. Do you usually have concentration problems? (e.g. being easily distracted, not finishing things, easily bored, forgetful or chaotic)
If the answer to question 1 and/or 2 and/or 3 is yes:
4. Have you always had this? (For as long as you can remember, or most of your life)
If the answer to question 4 is yes, consider a professional examination for AD(H)D.
ADHD in adults, diagnostics and treatment”, p 213, J.J.Sandra Kooij, Pearson Amsterdam, 2020.
Psychologists
Jan Schrans
Approval Numer: 641104942 jan.schrans@gmail.com
Sabine Vranken
Approval Number: 692109216 psysabinevranken@gmail.com
SCHRANS Jan
