Free ADHD Self-Assessment & Screening Test for Adults (Australia)
✓ Medically reviewed by Dr Caroline Viebke, FRANZCP, Consultant Psychiatrist · Last reviewed: September 2026
Use this free ADHD self-assessment to check your symptoms in a few minutes. This short self-assessment helps identify symptoms associated with ADHD in adults.
✔ anonymous
✔ instant result, with an optional detailed report (on screen or by email)
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What is Adult ADHD?
An ADHD self-assessment is a quick, structured way to check whether difficulties with attention, focus, or impulsivity are consistent with the symptoms of adult ADHD. It isn’t a clinical diagnosis — only a psychiatrist can formally diagnose ADHD — but it’s a well-established first step many adults take before deciding whether to pursue a full assessment.
ADHD in adults often looks different from ADHD in children — it can show up as chronic disorganisation, difficulty finishing tasks, restlessness, or trouble regulating emotions, rather than obvious hyperactivity. Because these symptoms overlap with anxiety, depression, and everyday stress, many adults go undiagnosed for years. For a broader, independent overview of ADHD symptoms, causes and diagnosis, see healthdirect Australia’s ADHD guide.
How This ADHD Screening Test Works
This free ADHD self-assessment offers two options:
- a Quick Check (6 questions) for a fast initial read
- a Full Screening (18 questions) covering both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms
Both are based on the type of symptom categories used in clinical ADHD screening (inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity), completely anonymous, take just a few minutes to complete, and show an instant result, with an optional detailed report you can view on screen, print or save as PDF, or have emailed to you, to keep for your own records or bring to a GP appointment.
Understanding Your Result
Your result falls into one of three bands:
- Low — your answers suggest few symptoms consistent with ADHD at this time.
- Moderate — some symptom patterns are present; a clinical conversation may help clarify what’s going on.
- High — your answers suggest a symptom pattern often seen in adult ADHD; a full psychiatric assessment is the recommended next step.
Any of these results can be worth discussing with a doctor, particularly if the difficulties are affecting your work, relationships, or day-to-day life — the self-assessment is a starting point, not the final word.
This is Not a Diagnosis
This tool is a self-assessment/screening aid, not a diagnostic instrument. It cannot confirm or rule out ADHD. Many conditions — including anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and thyroid issues — can produce similar symptoms. A formal ADHD diagnosis requires a comprehensive clinical assessment with a qualified psychiatrist.
If your ADHD self-assessment result suggests further evaluation may be worthwhile, the next step is a comprehensive ADHD assessment with a psychiatrist — no referral is required to get started, and Medicare rebates may apply with a valid referral. Book directly, or get in touch if you have questions about the process. Learn how our online ADHD assessment with no wait time works.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this ADHD test accurate?
This self-assessment is a screening tool, not a diagnostic test. It’s designed to flag symptom patterns commonly associated with adult ADHD, but only a comprehensive assessment with a psychiatrist can confirm a diagnosis.
Can this test diagnose ADHD?
No. No online test can diagnose ADHD. A diagnosis requires a clinical interview and assessment by a qualified psychiatrist, considering your full history and ruling out other explanations for your symptoms.
What happens after I complete the ADHD self-assessment?
You’ll get an instant result plus an optional emailed report. If your result suggests it may be worth exploring further, you can book a full ADHD assessment directly — no GP referral is required to get started, though a referral may make you eligible for a Medicare rebate.
Is my information confidential?
Yes. The self-assessment is anonymous unless you choose to enter your name and email to receive a copy of your report.
Do I need a referral for a full ADHD assessment?
No referral is required to book an assessment. However, if you’d like to claim a Medicare rebate, a valid referral from your GP is needed — see our Fees & Medicare Rebates page for details.
How long does a full ADHD assessment take, and is it available Australia-wide?
Yes — Ghel Practice offers 100% telehealth ADHD assessments for adults across Australia, with no waitlist. Before your appointment, you’ll complete a set of questionnaires (about 40 minutes) and ask one person who knows you well to fill in a short collateral questionnaire. The assessment itself is a single video consultation of up to 1 hour. Contact us to get started.