ADHD
About ADHD
You probably already know that ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and you've probably heard all about the challenges related to ADHD. What you may not know is that ADHD is also associated with certain strengths that you can leverage for success. Some of the common strengths associated with ADHD are creativity, problem-solving, risk-taking, and an ability to hyperfocus.
Screening Tools and Self-Assessment
Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale Symptom Checklist:ADHD - The Symptom Checklist is a self-reporting scale system consisting of the eighteen DSM-IV-TR criteria.
Wender Utah Rating Scale for the ADHD - Checklist to identify ADHD characteristics by using childhood as the main perspective to answer questions with.
ADHD Test (Self-Assessment) - Quick self-reflection test to see if you have symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by comparing your experiences to those with ADD/ADHD.
Mental Health Screenings (Variety) - eMentalHealth.ca - Offers a wide variety of clinically validated screening questionnaires to identify mental health issues.
Organizations and Resources
Understood - An organization dedicated to helping people who think and learn differently discover their potential.
CHADD Adults Diagnosis Information - Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) extensive information on diagnosing ADHD for adults.
CHADD Adult Support Online Community - CHADD's Adult ADHD Support Group on HealthUnlocked.
CHADD Online Learning Options for ADHD Training and Support for Adults - Free online modules for learning more about ADHD and how to live with it as an adult.
The Adult ADHD Starter Kit - Provided by Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), those who sign up will receive various online materials to enhance the lives of adults dealing with ADHD.
ADHD Awareness Website - This website debunks ADHD myths using research-based articles.
Resources for Adults With Learning Disabilities & ADHD - This website offers a list of various resources and contact information to support individuals with learning disabilities and ADHD.