ADHD Assessment Checklist, ADHD Assessment Tests

Just about all doctors use a standard ADHD Assessment Checklist. This checklist is part of the ADHD assessment tests that is completed with the doctor or may be the only assessment to look for ADHD signs (with observation of the patient also).

Depending on the age of the child or adult, the doctor may do some different things. During child's assessment for ADHD, the doctor may have the child put a puzzle together to copy the one the doctor put together to see how well the child's focus and concentration ability is.

With an older child or adult, the doctor may see how well the person follows a conversation. He/she will have an ADHD Assessment Checklist filled out by the adult patient or by the child's parent.

This is an ADHD Assessment Checklist that many doctors have their patients fill out. I remember filling out one like this. I thought it was going to take a week to fill out. You can print this page out and take this to the doctor with you.

Remember, this is for things that are beyond what would be normal for the age of the patient.

For more information about the specifics on this, visit the ADHD symptoms and DSM-IV Criteria for ADHD page.

ADHD Assessment Checklist / Test

More than 20 checked items on the ADHD assessment tests indicates a strong tendency toward Attention Deficit Disorder or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

___ Does not work to potential in school, receives "not working to potential" teacher comments.

___ Has short attention span unless very interested in a particular subject.

___ Has a family history of Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, learning problems or substance abuse.

___ Is easily distracted.

___ Lacks attention to detail.

___ Has sloppy handwriting.

___ Has difficulty putting thoughts on paper.

___ Has trouble listening carefully to directions.

___ Frequently forgets or misplaces things.

___ Skips around while reading.

___ Has difficulty learning new games and new skills.

___ Has poor listening skills.

___ Transposes numbers, letters or words.

___ Is restless or in constant motion, is always "on the go."

___ Concentrates better when moving or fidgeting.

___ Has trouble sitting still or sitting in one place too long.

___ Has increased anxiety or nervousness.

___ Has a history of bed wetting beyond the age 5.

___ Has poor communication skills.

___ Lacks tact, often spurting out the first thing that comes to mind.

___ Acts impulsively or dangerously without considering the consequences.

___ Is easily bored.

___ Says things without thinking and later regrets having said them.

___ Starts to answer questions before the questions are fully asked.

___ Is impatient.

___ Has trouble following verbal directions.

___ Makes careless mistakes in schoolwork.

___ Has tendency to embarrass others.

___ Lies or steals on impulse.

___ Has trouble maintaining an organized work or living area.

___ Is often late.

___ Procrastinates, especially with multi-faceted tasks.

___ Is easily overwhelmed by everyday tasks.

___ Has trouble getting started.

___ Starts projects but does not finish them.

___ Fails to finish schoolwork or chores.

___ Is inconsistent with school performance.

___ Spends excessive time on homework.

___ Has a tendency to drift away.

___ Has problems with self-esteem.

___ Has a negative attitude.

___ Has trouble maintaining friendships.

___ Acts immature for age.

___ Has trouble expressing thoughts and feelings.

___ Is verbally or physically abusive.

___ Avoids group activities or organized sports.

___ Has a quick temper, is "short-fused."

___ Has rage outbursts.

___ Gets upset by minor annoyances.

___ Is argumentative.

___ Worries needlessly or excessively.

___ Has tendency toward obsessive behavior.

___ Turns words around in conversations.

___ Performs poorly under pressure.

___ Has difficulty reading unless very interested in the subject.

___ Has difficulty falling asleep.

___ Has difficulty waking up or feeling fully awake.

___ Is frequently tired.

___ Startles easily.

___ Is sensitive to touch, clothes, noise or light.

___ Is more comfortable moving than sitting still.

___ Has moods swings from highs to lows.

___ Has trouble planning a series of tasks or activities.

___ Become upset easily, is "thin-skinned."

___ Talks excessively.

___ Fidgets, even when sitting quietly.

___ Has difficulty waiting in turn during group activities.

___ Frequently daydreams or "spaces out."

___ "Blanks out" when taking tests or under pressure.

___ Has low frustration tolerance.

___ Has frequent behavior problems in school.

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Feel Free to Contact me about ADHD or questions on the adhd assessment checklist. I will be happy to do my best to answer your questions.

TJ Chambers