ASRS-5 ADHD Screening
A quick, validated screening tool developed by the WHO. Asks about attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity patterns. Scores of 4+ suggest ADHD traits worth exploring further.
Created by the World Health Organization with leading ADHD researchers. Published 2017.
91.4% sensitivity and 96.0% specificity. Outperforms the older ASRS-6 with fewer questions.
Validated across multiple countries and cultures. Widely used by clinicians for adult ADHD screening.
What is the ASRS-5?
The ASRS-5 (Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale - 5 item) is a brief screening tool developed by the World Health Organization as part of the WHO Composite International Diagnostic Interview. It was designed to efficiently screen for ADHD in adults.
Published in 2017 by Ustun et al., the ASRS-5 improved upon the older 6-question screener by achieving higher accuracy with fewer questions. It's now widely used by healthcare providers as a first-step screening tool.
The test asks about your experiences over the past 6 months related to attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It takes approximately 2 minutes to complete.
How is the ASRS-5 scored?
Each question is scored based on frequency thresholds specific to that question. The total score ranges from 0 to 5. A score of 4 or above suggests ADHD traits that may warrant further evaluation by a specialist.
It's important to understand that the ASRS-5 is a screening tool, not a diagnostic instrument. A high score doesn't mean you have ADHD, and a low score doesn't rule it out. ADHD diagnosis requires a comprehensive evaluation including childhood history and functional impairment assessment.