Adult ADHD Screen: interpreting results and next steps

Start with the score scale

The result preserves the source instrument's score range and converts it to a progress display only for visual comparison. Read the raw score and interpretation together.

What different results mean

• ASRS v1.1 six-question screen：Self-reported screening of adult ADHD-related symptoms over the past six months.

• 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.

Turn a result into action

Compare the result with two or three specific recent examples. Identify one low-risk experiment, information-gathering step, or support conversation. Retest only after enough time or a meaningful context change.

Misinterpretations to avoid

Do not treat one online self-report as a diagnosis, fixed identity, hiring decision, or proof of ability. Response context, translation, current stress, and self-awareness all affect results.

Safety boundary

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.