ADHD · adults · children · assessment

Do I have ADHD?

Understand the signs of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and know when it is worth exploring the possibility further.

Difficulties with attention, organization, impulsivity or restlessness may suggest ADHD. For some people, these difficulties have been present for years without ever being assessed. A useful first step is to determine whether the possibility of ADHD is strong enough to justify a comprehensive assessment.

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Comprehensive assessment

I want to proceed directly with a full ADHD assessment

If your difficulties are longstanding, significant or have a marked impact on your personal or professional life, you can schedule a comprehensive assessment directly.

The three main dimensions of ADHD

The three main dimensions of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder are inattention, impulsivity and, for some people, hyperactivity.

Inattention

In adults, this may involve difficulty concentrating, organizing tasks, managing time or completing what has been started.

In children, it may appear as difficulty sustaining attention, careless mistakes, distractibility and organizational difficulties.

Impulsivity

In adults, it may involve making decisions too quickly, difficulty waiting, frequent interruptions or difficulty managing frustration.

In children, it may appear as a tendency to interrupt others, difficulty waiting their turn and rapid reactions.

Hyperactivity

In adults, hyperactivity may be less visible: inner restlessness, a strong need to keep moving, difficulty remaining still or constantly seeking stimulation.

In children, it may appear as a strong need to move, run, climb, talk a great deal or difficulty staying seated.

Do you recognize several of these difficulties in yourself?

The screening test can help determine whether ADHD should be explored more thoroughly.

Assess the likelihood of ADHD

ADHD and neurodivergence

Having Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder also means having a neurodivergent profile. ADHD is not only about difficulties: some people also show original thinking, considerable creativity, high energy or other strengths associated with ADHD.

ADHD or High Intellectual Potential?

ADHD and High Intellectual Potential (HIP) can sometimes look similar: rapid thinking, boredom, a strong need for stimulation, distractibility or high energy. They can also occur in the same person.

This is precisely why a structured assessment is useful: it helps avoid reducing a complex profile too quickly to a single explanation.

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The three presentations of ADHD

Predominantly inattentive presentation

Inattention is predominant, while hyperactivity and impulsivity are less prominent.

Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive presentation

Hyperactivity and impulsivity are predominant, with less marked inattention.

Combined presentation

Both inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity are present.

Why have a comprehensive ADHD assessment?

When difficulties with attention, organization, impulsivity or restlessness have a real impact on daily life, a comprehensive assessment goes beyond a simple impression. It helps clarify the nature of the difficulties, their history, their intensity and any other possibilities that should also be considered.

Objectify the difficulties

Understand attentional, executive and behavioral difficulties precisely.

Avoid conclusions that are too quick

Differentiate ADHD from other profiles or conditions that can produce similar signs.

Choose the appropriate next step

Identify the recommendations or forms of support that are most relevant to the individual profile.

Frequently asked questions

What are the main signs of ADHD in adults?

Possible signs include persistent difficulties with attention, concentration, organization and time management, as well as varying degrees of impulsivity or restlessness.

Can you have ADHD without being hyperactive?

Yes. ADHD can present predominantly with inattention, with hyperactivity being much less prominent.

How do I know whether I should start with screening or go directly to a full assessment?

Screening is a useful first step if you want to know whether ADHD seems sufficiently likely to explore further. If you already want a comprehensive evaluation, you can schedule an assessment directly.

Can ADHD be confused with High Intellectual Potential?

Some features can look similar, including distractibility, a strong need for stimulation or high energy. ADHD and High Intellectual Potential can also coexist.

Do you want to know whether ADHD could explain your difficulties?

You can start with a personalized screening test, or schedule an appointment directly if you would like a comprehensive assessment.