ADHD self-check & assessment guidance

Self-reflection checklist

Ask yourself honestly how often these happen, and whether they have since childhood.

• I start many things but finish few
• I lose keys, phone or documents often
• I struggle to sit through meetings or long conversations
• I miss deadlines even when I care about them
• I act or speak before thinking
• Others have commented on these patterns for years

What your answers mean

Ticking many boxes means it may be worth a professional assessment — nothing more. Stress, sleep problems, anxiety and low mood can look similar.

How to get diagnosed in India

Start with a psychiatrist — at a hospital, a private clinic or online. They will take a detailed history, may use rating scales, and sometimes ask a family member about your childhood.

• Note examples from work, home and school years
• Bring old report cards if you have them
• Ask about follow-up and support options