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Welcome to the ADHD Self-Assessment Quiz

This quiz is designed to help you reflect on your experiences, habits, and patterns. By answering honestly, you’ll receive instant insights into your results, including whether ADHD-like traits may be present and which type(s) of ADHD you may relate to.

💡 How it works:

Answer each question as honestly as possible.
Choose the option that best reflects how often the statement applies to you.
At the end, you’ll receive your results instantly.

Important Disclaimer:
This quiz is not a medical diagnosis. It is a self-reflection tool only. ADHD can only be diagnosed by a qualified healthcare professional. If your results suggest ADHD is likely, we strongly encourage you to speak to a doctor, psychiatrist, or licensed specialist for a formal evaluation.

Take your time, reflect, and let’s begin your journey of self-discovery.

1/35. You're in a conversation, and suddenly, an exciting thought pops into your head. Do you blurt it out before the other person finishes speaking?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always wait my turn, no matter what.

Rarely – I usually catch myself, but sometimes I slip.

Sometimes – It depends on how excited I am.

Often – I struggle to hold back, and it just comes out.

Always – I blurt things out constantly, even when I try not to.

None

2/35. You’re working on something important, but a random noise or movement grabs your attention. Do you completely lose focus?

Deselect Answer

Never – I can ignore distractions easily.

Rarely – It happens, but I can get back on track quickly.

Sometimes – I lose focus more often than I’d like.

Often – Once I get distracted, it's hard to refocus.

Always – I get derailed by every little thing around me.

None

3/35. You're in a quiet room, but you feel restless. Do you start tapping, bouncing your leg, or fidgeting?

Deselect Answer

Never – I can sit still without any issues.

Rarely – I move occasionally, but it’s not constant.

Sometimes – I fidget without thinking about it.

Often – I always need to be moving somehow.

Always – If I’m not moving, I feel uncomfortable.

None

4/35. You have a big task to do, but instead of tackling it, you find yourself doing a bunch of smaller, unrelated tasks instead. Does this happen to you?

Deselect Answer

Never – I start and finish my tasks in order.

Rarely – Sometimes I get sidetracked, but I can refocus.

Sometimes – I procrastinate by doing easier tasks first.

Often – I avoid big tasks until I absolutely have to do them.

Always – I struggle to even start big tasks because I keep jumping to smaller ones.

None

5/35. You're in a meeting or class, but the topic isn’t interesting. Do you zone out completely?

Deselect Answer

Never – I can pay attention no matter what.

Rarely – I might drift off, but I catch myself.

Sometimes – My mind wanders more than I’d like.

Often – I miss large parts of conversations.

Always – I struggle to focus unless it’s something I really care about.

None

6/35. You’re standing in line at the grocery store and feel the urge to chat with the person in front of you. Do you start talking without thinking?

Deselect Answer

Never – I prefer to keep to myself.

Rarely – Only if something really interesting happens.

Sometimes – If I’m in a talkative mood, I might.

Often – I talk to strangers regularly.

Always – I start conversations with anyone, anytime.

None

7/35. You’re playing a board game with friends, and it's not your turn. Do you struggle to wait without interrupting?

Deselect Answer

Never – I have no problem waiting my turn.

Rarely – I get impatient but can manage.

Sometimes – I jump in occasionally without thinking.

Often – It’s really hard to wait my turn.

Always – I constantly interrupt because I can’t help it.

None

8/35. You walk into a room to get something, but once you’re there, you completely forget what it was. How often does this happen?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always remember what I needed.

Rarely – It happens once in a while.

Sometimes – I forget at least a few times a week.

Often – I forget so often that I have to retrace my steps.

Always – I live in a constant cycle of forgetting and backtracking.

None

9/35. You start a conversation, but someone interrupts you. How often do you forget what you were going to say?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always remember my point.

Rarely – I forget occasionally, but I can recall it quickly.

Sometimes – I lose my train of thought more than I’d like.

Often – If I’m interrupted, my thought is gone.

Always – Once I’m interrupted, I never remember what I was saying.

None

10/35. You’re watching TV, scrolling on your phone, and talking to someone at the same time. Does this feel normal to you?

Deselect Answer

Never – I prefer to focus on one thing at a time.

Rarely – I multitask occasionally, but it’s not my norm.

Sometimes – I do it, but I get overwhelmed.

Often – I’m usually juggling multiple things.

Always – I can’t just do one thing at a time; I need the stimulation.

None

11/35. You’ve been asked to pick up a few things from the store. How often do you get home and realize you forgot something?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always get everything I need.

Rarely – I forget something once in a while.

Sometimes – I need a list, or I’ll forget at least one thing.

Often – Even with a list, I miss things.

Always – I come home with everything except what I went for.

None

12/35. You set your keys down somewhere, and now they’re missing. How often does this happen?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always know where my things are.

Rarely – I misplace things, but I usually find them quickly.

Sometimes – I spend way too much time looking for lost items.

Often – I lose my keys so often I need a tracker.

Always – If something isn’t attached to me, it’s lost.

None

13/35. You’re trying to read a book or watch a movie, but you lose interest halfway through. Does this sound familiar?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always finish what I start.

Rarely – I lose interest if it’s really boring.

Sometimes – It happens more than I’d like.

Often – I start many books/shows but rarely finish.

Always – I have a graveyard of unfinished books and shows.

None

14/35. You’re listening to someone give instructions, but your mind starts to wander. Do you have trouble following through?

Deselect Answer

Never – I follow instructions perfectly.

Rarely – I miss small details, but I get the gist.

Sometimes – I often need to ask for clarification.

Often – I struggle to remember what was said.

Always – By the time they finish, I have no idea what to do.

None

15/35. You promise yourself you’ll get something done today, but by the end of the day, it’s still unfinished. Does this happen often?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always complete what I plan.

Rarely – I get most things done, but some slip.

Sometimes – I push things off too often.

Often – I constantly procrastinate important things.

Always – I have a never-ending list of unfinished tasks.

None

16/35 You put something in a “safe place” so you don’t lose it. Can you find it later?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always remember my safe places.

Rarely – I misplace things occasionally.

Sometimes – I forget where I put things a lot.

Often – My “safe places” are black holes.

Always – I lose things because I put them somewhere “safe.”

None

17/35. You walk into a room to do something, but once you're there, you forget what it was. Does this happen to you?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always remember why I’m there.

Rarely – I forget once in a while.

Sometimes – I have to retrace my steps often.

Often – I forget so much I feel like a ghost.

Always – I walk in and immediately have no idea why I’m there.

None

18/35. You’ve been told to stop working on a task because it’s “good enough,” but you keep tweaking it. Do you find it hard to stop?

Deselect Answer

Never – I can stop whenever I want.

Rarely – I like things done well but know when to stop.

Sometimes – I struggle to move on sometimes.

Often – I redo tasks even when they’re already fine.

Always – I obsess over details and can’t let go.

None

19/35. You have a routine you stick to every day. How do you feel if something disrupts it?

Deselect Answer

Never – I’m flexible with change.

Rarely – Small changes don’t bother me much.

Sometimes – I feel uneasy but manage.

Often – Changes throw me off for the whole day.

Always – If my routine is off, I can’t function.

None

20/35. You’re about to start a new hobby or project. Do you overthink all the ways it could go wrong?

Deselect Answer

Never – I jump in without overthinking.

Rarely – I get minor doubts but move forward.

Sometimes – Overthinking makes starting harder.

Often – I plan so much I rarely start.

Always – I talk myself out of things before I even begin.

None

21/35. You have a bunch of ideas and projects but struggle to prioritize or finish any of them. Does this happen to you?

Deselect Answer

Never – I finish what I start.

Rarely – I get distracted but complete things.

Sometimes – I jump between projects often.

Often – I start lots of things but rarely finish.

Always – My life is a collection of half-finished ideas.

None

22/35. You’re having a normal day, but suddenly you feel angry or upset out of nowhere. Does this happen to you?

Deselect Answer

Never – My mood stays stable.

Rarely – I have occasional mood swings.

Sometimes – My emotions shift unpredictably.

Often – Small things trigger big emotions.

Always – I go from fine to furious instantly.

None

23/35. You’re at a loud, busy event. How often do you feel completely overwhelmed or irritated?

Deselect Answer

Never – I enjoy loud and busy places.

Rarely – I get overwhelmed in extreme cases.

Sometimes – Too much noise drains me.

Often – I avoid crowds when I can.

Always – Loud environments make me completely shut down.

None

24/35. You’re in a disagreement, and before you know it, you've raised your voice or snapped. Do you struggle with this?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always stay calm.

Rarely – I get upset but manage my tone.

Sometimes – I lose my temper sometimes.

Often – I react strongly before thinking.

Always – I get angry fast and regret it later.

None

25/35. It’s your day off, but you still feel tense or on edge. Is it hard to relax?

Deselect Answer

Never – I can fully relax when I have time off.

Rarely – I sometimes have trouble unwinding.

Sometimes – I feel like I should be doing something.

Often – I find it really difficult to relax.

Always – I feel guilty or restless when I’m not productive.

None

26/35. You’re at home with nothing planned. Do you feel low-energy or disconnected?

Deselect Answer

Never – I enjoy my time alone.

Rarely – I get a little bored, but it’s fine.

Sometimes – I feel unmotivated on quiet days.

Often – I struggle with low energy when I have nothing to do.

Always – I feel emotionally drained and stuck when I don’t have a plan.

None

27/35. You’re invited out with friends, but you just can’t seem to find the motivation to go. Does this happen often?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always look forward to going out.

Rarely – I feel this way occasionally, but I push through.

Sometimes – I need a strong reason to go.

Often – I frequently cancel plans because I don’t feel like going.

Always – I want to go, but I can’t get myself to do it.

None

28/35. Someone makes a harmless comment, but you take it personally. Do your emotions sometimes feel too intense?

Deselect Answer

Never – I don’t take things personally.

Rarely – Sometimes I get upset, but I move on quickly.

Sometimes – I overthink comments and feel hurt.

Often – I take things to heart and dwell on them.

Always – Even minor remarks can deeply affect me.

None

29/35. You’re invited to a party but worry you won’t know what to say. Do you avoid going?

Deselect Answer

Never – I love social situations.

Rarely – I get nervous, but I push through.

Sometimes – I hesitate before deciding.

Often – I make excuses to stay home.

Always – I cancel plans because socializing feels overwhelming.

None

30/35. You’re telling a story, but suddenly you forget the word you were about to say. Does this happen frequently?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always find the right words.

Rarely – It happens occasionally, but I recover fast.

Sometimes – I blank out often, and it’s frustrating.

Often – I lose words so much it disrupts conversations.

Always – I struggle to get my thoughts across because I forget words constantly.

None

31/35. You’re doing a long, boring task like sorting emails or organizing papers. Do you struggle to stick with it?

Deselect Answer

Never – I have no problem finishing these tasks.

Rarely – I get distracted but finish eventually.

Sometimes – I stop and start multiple times.

Often – I put it off because it’s frustrating.

Always – I avoid these tasks until absolutely necessary.

None

32/35. You start watching a new series and, hours later, realize you’ve binged the entire season. Does this sound familiar?

Deselect Answer

Never – I only watch one or two episodes at a time.

Rarely – I get hooked sometimes but stop myself.

Sometimes – I watch more than I intended.

Often – I lose track of time and binge often.

Always – Once I start, I can’t stop until I finish.

None

33/35. You know an important deadline is coming up, but you find yourself waiting until the very last minute to start. Is this common for you?

Deselect Answer

Never – I always start early.

Rarely – I procrastinate occasionally but get it done.

Sometimes – I delay too much, then rush at the end.

Often – I leave things until the last possible moment.

Always – I only work well under extreme last-minute pressure.

None

34/35. You’ve planned out your day, but unexpected changes come up. How do you react?

Deselect Answer

Never – I adjust easily without stress.

Rarely – I feel thrown off, but I adapt quickly.

Sometimes – I get anxious and need time to adjust.

Often – I struggle to recover when my plans change.

Always – Unexpected changes completely derail my entire day.

None

35/35. You’re trying to sleep, but your brain won’t shut up. Do you often struggle with racing thoughts at night?

Deselect Answer

Never – I fall asleep without issues.

Rarely – I occasionally have a busy mind at night.

Sometimes – I struggle to quiet my thoughts a few times a week.

Often – My brain won’t shut down, making it hard to sleep.

Always – I overthink everything at night and can’t stop.

None

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Next Steps – Check for ADHD Subtypes:
Look at the questions where you answered “Often” (3 points) or “Always” (4 points).
If you meet the thresholds below, that subtype may apply to you:

Classic ADHD (Q1–10): at least 5 questions ≥3 → Classic ADHD may apply
Inattentive ADHD (Q11–17): at least 4 questions ≥3 → Inattentive ADHD may apply
Over-Focused ADHD (Q18–21): at least 2 questions ≥3 → Over-Focused ADHD may apply
Temporal Lobe ADHD (Q22–24): at least 2 questions ≥3 → Temporal Lobe ADHD may apply
Limbic ADHD (Q25–27): at least 2 questions ≥3 → Limbic ADHD may apply
Ring of Fire ADHD (Q28–30): at least 2 questions ≥3 → Ring of Fire ADHD may apply
Anxious ADHD (Q31–35): at least 3 questions ≥3 → Anxious ADHD may apply

Check out more information about the different ADHS types

Important Reminder: This is not a diagnosis, only a self-reflection tool. A qualified healthcare professional is needed for a formal ADHD evaluation.

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Awareness is the first step — noticing patterns in your answers can help you grow and make positive changes.