ASRS-v1.1 Self-Report Scale - ADHD Screening Tool for Ages 13 and Older
Welcome to the ASRS v1.1 Self-Report Scale, a reliable research-validated screening tool to assess attention and hyperactivity/impulsivity symptoms. This screening tool has been validated for adults, and for teens aged 13 and older. This 18-question online test can help you identify potential ADHD-related concerns that may need professional attention. Healthcare providers such as a doctor, therapist, or psychiatrist can use your responses to guide further evaluation and support.
How to Complete the ASRS v1.1 Self-Report Scale
Please think about how often you have experienced these behaviors over the past 6 months. For each item below, choose the response that best describes your experiences:
- Never
- Rarely
- Sometimes
- Often
- Very Often
This questionnaire covers different experiences related to attention (such as difficulty completing tasks or staying organized) and hyperactivity/impulsivity (such as feeling restless or having trouble waiting your turn). Your answers will help identify any areas that may need professional attention.
After completing the questionnaire, you can view your results by clicking the "View Results" button at the bottom of this tool. Feel free to take the screening as often as you like, and consider sharing the results with your parent, doctor, or therapist.
For each question below, please click the box that best describes how you have felt and conducted yourself over the past 6 months.
References
- Original source: Kessler et al. (2005). The World Health Organization Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS): a short screening scale for use in the general population. Psychological medicine, 35(2), 245–256. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0033291704002892
- Adler, L. A., & Newcorn, J. H. (2011). Administering and evaluating the results of the adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS) in adolescents. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, 72(6), e20. https://doi.org/10.4088/JCP.10081tx2c
- Adler, L.A. et al. (2012). Preliminary Examination of the Reliability and Concurrent Validity of the Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Self-Report Scale v1.1 Symptom Checklist to Rate Symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Adolescents. Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology 22(3), pp. 238-244. http://doi.org/10.1089/cap.2011.0062
- Name: Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS) v1.1
Please note: This mental health screening tool is for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We recommend taking screenshots or printing your results to share with a doctor or healthcare provider. Mental Health Center Kids, LLC disclaims any liability, loss, or risk incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of these screens.