Attention Deficit Disorder/ADD Test

In conjunction with other diagnostic techniques, Daniel G. Amen, MD. (publisher of MindWorks Press) says he "uses the [following] general adult attention deficit deficiency (ADD) checklist to help further define ADD symptoms. No ADD adult has all of the symptoms, but if you notice a strong presence of more than 20 of these symptoms, there is a strong likelihood of ADD." We gratefully acknowledge Dr. Amen for this valuable contribution to One ADD Place.

Pre-Diagnostic Questions

1 Have you ever been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD or any other psychiatric/ psychological disorder?
No Yes
2 Do you have any parents, children, or siblings who have ever been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD or any other psychiatric/psychological disorder?
No Yes
3 Do you use drugs or alcohol excessively?
No Yes
4 Do you have any parents, children, or siblings who use drugs or alcohol excessively?
No Yes
5 Do you have any serious problems with your memory?
No Yes
6 Do you have any parents, children, or siblings who have dementia or serious memory problems?
No Yes
7 Do you have any parents, children, or siblings who are mentally retarded?
No Yes
8 Have you ever been diagnosed with a neurological disorder, such as epilepsy?
No Yes
9 Do you have any chronic health problems?
No Yes
10 Have you ever had a serious head injury (where you were knocked dizzy or unconscious)?
No Yes