1/7/2021 Symptom Checker for ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Autism, ODD, Bipolar

Inside the ADHD mind

The ADDitude Symptom Checker

Your Results

ADDitude Symptom Checker completed: Thursday, January 7, 2021

Based on your responses, we recommend that you learn more about the conditions listed
below with recommended resources and next steps.

Please note: These results are not a diagnosis and are not a replacement for evaluation and
diagnosis by a medical professional. If you remain concerned, please consult a professional.

Condition 1

ADHD
Attention de cit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition with
hyperactive/impulsive and/or inattentive symptoms that persist into adulthood for nearly
5% of U.S. adults. The symptoms of ADHD in adults include hypersensitive emotionality,
weak working memory, impulsivity, lack of focus, and poor organization, among others.
Learn more.
https://www.additudemag.com/category/adhd-add/adhd-in-adults/

Relevant Resources:

1. Adult ADHD: A Guide to Symptoms, Signs, and Treatments

https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-in-adults/

2. I Think I Have ADHD: Adult Symptom & Diagnosis Guide

https://www.additudemag.com/slideshows/adult-adhd-test-diagnosis/

3. Adult ADHD Treatment Options — An Overview

https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-treatment-options-adult/

4. [Self-Test] ADHD Symptoms in Women

https://www.additudemag.com/self-test-adhd-symptoms-women-girls/

Condition 2

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Language Processing Disorder

Language processing disorder (LPD) is characterized by di culty with language use and
acquisition, and can encompass di culties with comprehension and expression of spoken
and written language. Adults with Language PD may struggle to come up with the right word
when speaking, forget words or say them out of order, or fail to understand jokes. Language
PD can often be a symptom of ADHD and/or a learning disability (dyslexia). Learn more.
https://www.additudemag.com/category/understand-conditions/related-
conditions/language-processing-disorder/

Relevant Resources:

1. What Is a Language Processing Disorder?

https://www.additudemag.com/language-processing-disorders-recognizing-
symptoms/

2. What Do Language Processing Disorders Look Like in Adults?

https://www.additudemag.com/language-disorders-in-adults-symptoms-and-
treatment/

3. How to Treat Language Processing Disorders

https://www.additudemag.com/treatment-of-language-disorders-in-children-and-
adults/

4. ADHD Comorbidity: An Overview of Dual Diagnoses

https://www.additudemag.com/general-questions-about-comorbid-conditions/

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For Reference: Your Responses

Below is your full set of a rmative responses. Please note that di erent conditions may
present similar symptoms for di erent reasons. To fully understand these results, share
them with your medical professional.

You completed this Symptom Checker for

an adult

This adult

is a male

The age of the adult is

35

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The adult has trouble paying attention and maintaining focus.

Finds it di cult to do things that aren't important or highly stimulating.
Has a hard time concentrating and/or making even small decisions.
Often has a hard time concentrating or feels as if mind has gone blank.
Has a great deal of di culty paying attention to details.

The adult is often very impulsive.

Can act in ways that are extremely impulsive.
Starts many projects, but rarely completes any.

The adult often loses items, or can't get a handle on clutter.

Has trouble organizing tasks and projects.
Has a problem with clutter.

The adult feels socially awkward or uncomfortable, or tries to avoid social interactions.
Doesn't seek out, or actively avoids, social situations.
Looks at the wall, or at the other person's shoes, instead of making eye contact.
Has been described as speaking in a at tone.
Gets distracted when people are talking — tuning out or drifting o .
Talks to friends at a party the same way they would a coworker in the o ce.

The adult has trouble managing time and planning.

Often procrastinates instead of starting a task right away.
Estimates incorrectly how long it will take to get somewhere, even if they have made
the trip before.
Is often late to events or appointments.
Has di culty guring out what is most important, or where to start on a task.
Can become so involved in a task that they hardly stop to take a break, or have a hard
time switching to doing something else.

The adult has a great deal of di culty with spoken language.

Finds it extremely di cult to learn a new language.
Finds it hard to come up with the exact word they want to say, and substitutes "stu "
or "thing."
Finds it hard to follow conversations and to join in when people are speaking quickly.
Has di culty following spoken and/or multi-step directions.
Often has to ask that conversations be repeated, saying "what?" or "what did you say?"
Sometimes uses words incorrectly without noticing.
Feels frustrated with inability to clearly say what they are thinking.
Frequently feels like the word they want to say is at the tip of their tongue.

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The adult's family may have a history of psychological or learning disorders:

No

The adult has experienced stress, transition, or trauma:

No

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