Screening

There is no one test for ADHD in children or in adults. But here you’ll find several self screeners you can use to help determine whether you should consider a possible diagnosis of ADHD or ADD from a physician or a trained mental health professional.

The ADHD Parent’s Guide to School Advocacy: Navigating Your Rights and Your Child’s Education

Harold Robert Meyer | The ADD Resource Center  Reviewed 10/20/2025 Published 10/27/2025Listen to understand, rather than to react. Understanding the Double Challenge…

4 months ago

Peer-Reviewed ADHD Tests and Screeners

Peer-Reviewed ADHD Tests and Screeners here and at addrc.org

4 months ago

The Pre-Diagnosis Checklist: What to Document Before Your Child’s ADHD Assessment

This guide provides a systematic approach to documenting your child's behaviors, academic performance, and developmental history before an ADHD assessment.…

4 months ago

RSD vs Social Anxiety: Understanding the Crucial Differences

Harold Robert Meyer | The ADD Resource Center  Reviewed 09/16/2025 Published 09/21/2025Listen to understand, rather than to reply. Executive Summary When you…

5 months ago

How to Discuss Removing Firearms from Your Child for Their Safety

Firearm safety is critical, especially when mental health challenges like ADHD may amplify impulsivity or emotional reactivity. Addressing this issue…

5 months ago

Child & Adolescent Screening Tests

Vanderbilt ADHD and SNAP-IV rating scales: Screening tests to help determine whether you think your child, or young adult, may…

5 months ago

ADHD Persistence: Research Shows Most Children Don’t “Outgrow” the Condition, But Can Learn to Thrive With Support

ADHD Persistence: Research Shows Most Children Don't "Outgrow" the Condition, But Can Learn to Thrive With Support

1 year ago

Racial Disparities in ADHD Diagnosis: A Foundation for Change

The racial disparitiy pattern reveals a complex dynamic where African American adults are often underdiagnosed while some African American children…

1 year ago

How does one know whetether they have social anxiety?

Harold Meyer/The ADD Resource Center 0/29/2024 Recognizing social anxiety can be challenging, but several signs and symptoms may indicate its…

1 year ago

Essential ADHD Doctor Appointment Checklist: Maximize Your Visit

Living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be challenging, but a well-prepared doctor's appointment can significantly improve your care.…

1 year ago