ADHD Symptom Checklist
Some of the symptoms of ADHD may include the following:
☐ Difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play
☐ Failure to follow through on instructions, projects, or tasks
☐ Easily sidetracked
☐ Trouble getting and staying organized
☐ Frequently losing items necessary for school, work, or other essential tasks
☐ Becoming distracted easily by unrelated thoughts or stimuli
☐ Forgetful in daily activities
☐ Seems not to listen well when spoken to directly
☐ Fidgeting, squirming, and not being able to sit still
☐ Restlessness
☐ Inability to quietly engage in play or hobbies
☐ Being constantly in motion
☐ Talking nonstop
☐ Interrupting others when they’re speaking, blurting out answers, finishing other people’s sentences, and not being able to wait for one’s turn to speak
Having any or some of these symptoms does not always mean a person has ADHD. Children are especially prone to some of these behaviors naturally and ultimately learn to harness their energy and focus as they grow. An active child doesn’t necessarily equate to one with ADHD. A through assessment of each patient’s full medical and personal history is conducted before making a diagnosis.
Treatment starts with treating the person as a whole, not just the symptoms. Treatment options for ADHD may include medication such as stimulants, non-stimulants, and antidepressants, therapy, and stress-management techniques, to name a few.