Adult Self-Report Scale-V1.1 (ASRS-V1.1) Screener
The following questionnaire is intended for clients 18 years old and above, and can be used as a starting point to help you recognise the signs/symptoms of Adult ADHD but is not meant to replace consultation with a trained healthcare professional. An accurate diagnosis can only be made through a clinical evaluation. Regardless of the results, if you have concerns about the diagnosis and treatment of Adult ADHD, please discuss your concerns with your GP.
Research suggests that the symptoms of ADHD can persist into adulthood, having a significant impact on the relationships, careers, and even the personal safety. Because this disorder is often misunderstood, many people who have it do not receive appropriate treatment and, as a result, may never reach their full potential. Part of the problem is that it can be difficult to diagnose, particularly in adults. The Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS-v1.1) Symptom Checklist was developed in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO), and the Workgroup on Adult ADHD that included the following team of psychiatrists and researchers; Lenard Adler, MD Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology New York University Medical School; Ronald C. Kessler, PhD Professor, Department of Health Care Policy Harvard Medical School; Thomas Spencer, MD Associate Professor of Psychiatry Harvard Medical School
The ASRS v1.1 can be used as a tool to help screen for ADHD in adult. Insights gained through this screening may suggest the need for a more in-depth clinician interview. The questions in the ASRS v1.1 are consistent with DSM-5-TR criteria and address the manifestations of ADHD symptoms in adults.
The checklist takes about 5 minutes to complete and can provide information that is critical to supplement the diagnostic process.