Adult ADHD Screen: source, items, and scoring
Review the source, item design, scoring rules, and responsible use of Adult ADHD Screen.
What this assessment measures
Use the six-question ASRS v1.1 screener to review related experiences over the past six months; intended for adults aged 18 and over.
Source and scoring design
- The ASRS v1.1 six-question screener covers the past six months and is intended only for adults aged 18 or older. It retains five frequency options, but item thresholds differ.
- Items 1, 4, 5, and 6 are positive from Sometimes; items 2 and 3 are positive from Often. Four or more positive items fall within the range where further evaluation is recommended.
- A positive screen is not an ADHD diagnosis, and a negative screen does not rule out concern. Full evaluation considers childhood history, impairment across settings, sleep, anxiety, stress, substances, and other medical explanations.
How to answer
Complete all 6 items using the full response scale. Follow the time frame in the instructions, answer for your usual experience, and avoid choosing an ideal answer.
Dimensions
- ASRS v1.1 six-question screen：Self-reported screening of adult ADHD-related symptoms over the past six months.
Source
ASRS v1.1 Screener © New York University and President and Fellows of Harvard College. Presented under the official free-use instructions with all items, response options, and scoring retained.
https://www.hcp.med.harvard.edu/ncs/asrs.php
Limits and privacy
The ASRS is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. Accurate diagnosis requires a full clinical evaluation by a qualified healthcare professional, including childhood history, functional impairment, and alternative explanations. Discuss concerns about attention, impulsivity, or activity level with a professional regardless of the result.
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