Symptoms of Adult ADD: Checklist

Lisa C. Routh, M.D.

2007

Easily distracted

Fails to pay attention, especially to details

Makes careless mistakes

Fails to finish work, or loses interest when projects are only partially completed

Fidgets

Difficulty staying seated

Difficulty listening to others

Unable to follow instructions

Has difficulty with complex tasks or multi-step tasks

Difficulty organizing

Feels restless

Avoids work that requires sustained mental effort

Loses things

Talks excessively or interrupts

Feels impatient

May have frequent conflict with others

If you check several of the above symptoms you may have Adult ADD. See a professional with experience treating this disorder for an evaluation and treatment suggestions.