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The DSM IV Diagnostic Criteria


Our recommended ADD test is drawn from the medical resource most commonly used by family doctors, pediatricians, child developmental specialists, psychiatrists, and other health care professionals involved in evaluating and treating Attention Deficit Disorder.

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According to the criteria in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (4th ed., rev.) (American Psychiatric Association, 1994), to be diagnosed as having ADD/ADHD, the clinician must note the presence of at least 6 of the 9 following criteria for either Attention Span or Hyperactivity/Impulsivity.

ADD Test -- Attention Span Criteria:

* Pays little attention to details; makes careless mistakes;
* Has short attention span;
* Does not listen when spoken to directly;
* Does not follow instructions; fails to finish tasks;
* Has difficulty organizing tasks;
* Avoids tasks that require sustained mental effort;
* Loses things;
* Is easily distracted;
* Is forgetful in daily activities.

ADD Test -- Hyperactivity Criteria:

* Fidgets; squirms in seat;
* Leaves seat in classroom when remaining seated is expected;
* Often runs about or climbs excessively at inappropriate times;
* Has difficulty playing quietly;
* Talks excessively.

ADD Test -- Impulsivity Criteria:

* Blurts out answers before questions are completed;
* Has difficulty awaiting turn;
* Often interrupts or intrudes on others.



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