THE ADHD Test. It Could Change EVERYTHING!

Summary

This video script introduces an updated adult ADHD screening tool, the SRS-5, which accurately identifies 91.4% of adults with ADHD. It emphasizes the importance of answering honestly, considering coping mechanisms that may mask symptoms. The test consists of six questions with a scoring system, and a score of 14 or more suggests the need for further investigation. The script also reminds viewers that this tool cannot replace a professional diagnosis and encourages engagement through likes and comments.

Takeaways

• 🔍 The script introduces an updated adult ADHD screening tool, the SRS-5, which can identify about 91.4% of adults with ADHD.
• ⚠️ The test cannot rule out other medical conditions that may affect the results, emphasizing the importance of professional diagnosis.
• 💡 The commentary by a qualified professional advises to answer questions without considering coping mechanisms or masks that may be in place.
• 🗣️ Question 1 focuses on difficulty concentrating during direct conversations, especially in environments with minimal distractions.
• 💺 Question 2 asks about the frequency of leaving one's seat in situations where remaining seated is expected, considering personal adjustments to avoid such situations.
• 🛌 Question 3 inquires about the ability to unwind and relax, touching on feelings of guilt or the brain going into overdrive during rest.
• 🗣️ Question 4 examines the tendency to finish others' sentences, with a note that individuals with ADHD might suppress this urge to focus on their own responses.
• ⏰ Question 5 is about the habit of procrastination and putting off tasks until the last minute, including the tendency to delay even when resources are available.
• 🤝 Question 6 addresses reliance on others for maintaining order and attending to details, considering avoidance of tasks that contribute to life balance.
• 📝 Scoring is based on a scale from 0 to 4 for each question, with a total score indicating the likelihood of having ADHD if it's 14 or more.
• 👩‍⚕️ The script concludes by reminding viewers that the test is not a replacement for a professional diagnostic assessment by a trained clinician.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the SRS-5 test mentioned in the script?

The SRS-5 test is an updated adult ADHD screening tool designed to identify about 91.4% of adults with ADHD.

What is a limitation of the SRS-5 test according to the script?

The SRS-5 test cannot rule out other medical conditions that may impact the results and does not replace a diagnostic assessment by a trained clinician.

What advice does the speaker give for answering the test questions?

The speaker advises to answer the questions as if the coping mechanisms and strategies that one may have in place were not there.

What should be considered when answering Question 1 about difficulty concentrating?

Consider normal everyday conversations, especially in environments with little external stimuli or distractions, and not just those on topics of personal interest.

How does the speaker address the potential bias in Question 2 regarding people who use wheelchairs?

The speaker acknowledges the binary nature of the question and suggests considering situations or avoidance of situations where one wouldn't be engaged.

What does the speaker suggest considering when answering Question 3 about unwinding and relaxing?

The speaker suggests considering whether one always feels the need to be doing something and whether the brain goes into overdrive when trying to relax.

Why might people with ADHD not finish others' sentences as suggested in Question 4?

People with ADHD might bottle up the urge to finish sentences and focus on retaining what they want to say, which can lead to not hearing the rest of the conversation.

What behaviors should be considered when answering Question 5 about procrastination?

Consider whether one is always late or rushing, procrastinates despite knowing tasks need to be done, and puts off paperwork or paying bills even when able.

What does the speaker suggest considering when answering Question 6 about depending on others for life organization?

The speaker suggests considering whether one avoids tasks that keep life and finances in balance, only takes action when bills become urgent, or relies on others to organize events.

How is the scoring system of the SRS-5 test structured according to the script?

The scoring system assigns points for each answer: Never (0 points), Rarely (1 point), Sometimes (2 points), Often (3 points), and Very often (4 points). Scores are then added up for a total.

What is the threshold score for the SRS-5 test, and what does it indicate?

A score of 14 or more indicates that one likely has ADHD and requires further investigation, while a score of 13 or less suggests that one likely does not have ADHD.

Outlines

00:00

🧐 Adult ADHD Screening Tool Introduction

This paragraph introduces an updated adult ADHD screening tool known as the SRS-5, which is reported to correctly identify approximately 91.4% of adults with ADHD. The speaker emphasizes the importance of answering the test questions honestly, without the influence of coping mechanisms that may have been developed over time. The test consists of six questions, each with five response options ranging from 'Never' to 'Very often'. The speaker advises viewers to pause the video to consider their answers and provides commentary to aid in answering the questions. The first question addresses the frequency of difficulty concentrating during direct conversations, with considerations for different environments and levels of engagement.

05:04

🤔 Exploring the Impact of ADHD on Daily Life and Behavior

The second paragraph delves into the specifics of the ADHD screening questions, discussing the implications of each on daily life and behavior. It covers topics such as leaving one's seat in expected seated situations, difficulty unwinding and relaxing, finishing others' sentences during conversations, procrastination, and the tendency to delay tasks. The speaker provides insights into how these behaviors might be influenced by ADHD and encourages viewers to reflect on their own tendencies, including avoiding situations that may trigger these behaviors or suppressing impulses. The paragraph also includes a scoring system for the test, where points are assigned based on the frequency of the behaviors described, and viewers are instructed to tally their scores to determine if further investigation into ADHD is warranted.

Keywords

💡ADHD

ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. In the video, ADHD is the central theme, as the script discusses a screening tool designed to identify ADHD in adults, emphasizing its prevalence and the importance of proper diagnosis.

💡SRS-5

SRS-5 refers to the Self-Report Scale for Adult ADHD, a screening tool mentioned in the script. It is designed to identify adults with ADHD with a high degree of accuracy. The script highlights its effectiveness in identifying ADHD but also notes its limitations in ruling out other medical conditions.

💡Screener

A screener in the context of the video is a preliminary test used to identify potential cases of a condition, such as ADHD. The script describes the SRS-5 as an effective screener for identifying ADHD in adults, while also cautioning that it cannot replace a full diagnostic assessment by a professional.

💡Coping Mechanisms

Coping mechanisms are strategies individuals use to manage or reduce stress and negative emotions. The script advises viewers to answer the test questions as if these coping mechanisms were not in place, to provide a more accurate assessment of their potential for ADHD.

💡Concentration

Concentration refers to the ability to focus one's attention on a specific task or activity. In the script, difficulty concentrating is one of the symptoms explored in the context of the ADHD screening questions, specifically when people are speaking directly to the individual.

💡Impulse Control

Impulse control relates to the ability to resist or manage the urge to act on sudden desires or reactions. The script touches on this concept in the context of leaving one's seat in situations where remaining seated is expected, suggesting it as a symptom that might indicate ADHD.

💡Relaxation

Relaxation is the state of being free from tension and anxiety. The script includes difficulty unwinding and relaxing as a question in the screening test, implying that an inability to relax could be indicative of ADHD.

💡Procrastination

Procrastination is the act of delaying or postponing tasks or actions. The script asks about the frequency of putting things off until the last minute, suggesting it as a behavior that may be associated with ADHD.

💡Dependency

Dependency in the script refers to relying on others to manage one's life and details. It is presented as a potential indicator of ADHD if an individual frequently depends on others due to difficulty with organization and attention to details.

💡Diagnostic Assessment

A diagnostic assessment is a thorough evaluation by a healthcare professional to determine the presence of a medical condition. The script emphasizes that while the SRS-5 is a useful tool, a diagnostic assessment by a trained clinician is necessary for a definitive ADHD diagnosis.

💡Threshold Score

The threshold score in the context of the video is the minimum score one must achieve on the SRS-5 test to indicate a likelihood of having ADHD. The script specifies that a score of 14 or more suggests the need for further investigation into the possibility of ADHD.

Highlights

Introduction of the updated adult ADHD screening tool, the SRS-5, which can identify about 91.4% of adults with ADHD.

The test's limitations in ruling out other medical conditions affecting the results.

Professional commentary on the importance of answering questions without considering coping mechanisms.

Instructions for taking the test, including pausing the video for reflection.

Question 1: Difficulty concentrating in everyday conversations, excluding topics of personal interest.

Question 2: Frequency of leaving one's seat in expected seated situations, considering different environments.

Question 3: Difficulty unwinding and relaxing, especially when not engaged in activities.

Question 4: Tendency to finish others' sentences, and the impact on listening to the conversation.

Question 5: Procrastination habits and their relation to deadlines and bill payments.

Question 6: Dependence on others for life organization and attention to details.

Scoring method for the test, with points assigned for each answer choice.

Threshold score explanation: 14 points or more indicate likely ADHD, while 13 or less suggest not having ADHD.

Emphasis on the test not replacing a diagnostic assessment by a trained clinician.

Invitation for viewers to share their scores and difficulties with the questions.

Link to the online version of the test and additional resources provided in the video description.

Request for feedback on future video topics and a sign-off message.

Transcripts

Answer this simple six question test.

If you think you have ADHD.

This test is the updated adult

ADHD screening tool, the SRS five.

This test has the ability to correctly identify about 91.4% of adults with ADHD.

But remember, folks.

Although this test, this screener is effective

at picking up ADHD in adults, it cannot rule out

other medical conditions that may impact these results.

I also spoke to a qualified professional who gave me some really useful

commentary when answering these questions.

Consider my commentary before answering the questions.

As adults, we may have consciously or unconsciously

put coping mechanisms and masks in place

to help us cope with many of the issues that these questions bring up.

My biggest advice is to answer these questions

as if these masks and strategies were not in place.

I'll put each question on the screen together with the five choices.

Pause the video at any time.

If you need time to think or discuss.

And don't worry if you don't have a pencil.

I'm going to put everything on the screen at the end of all of this

so you can pause if you need time.

Question number one How often do you have difficulty concentrating on what people

are saying to you even when they are speaking to you directly?

Answered with Never. Rarely.

Sometimes. Often.

Very often.

Think about normal, everyday conversations.

Not so much the ones that are about topics

or interests that really engage you.

Also, think about the environment one on one conversations in environments

which have got very little external stimuli or distractions

is totally different from, say, a restaurant or a bar or a cafe.

Question number two How often do you leave your seat in meetings

or other situations in which you are expected to remain seated?

Answer With never, rarely, sometimes, often.

Very often.

As one viewer commented, this question is pretty binary.

For instance, it doesn't take into account people who use wheelchairs.

It also doesn't address the words expected.

Consider situations or the avoidance

of situations where you wouldn't be engaged.

A boring movie or a lecture or even a simple meal.

Think about whether you have made any changes that actively

allow you to avoid these sorts of situations.

Also, consider whether you have the urge, the impulse

to move around and are simply just suppressing it.

Question number three How often do you have difficulty

unwinding and relaxing when you have time to yourself?

Answer With never, rarely, sometimes, Often.

Very often.

This assumes that we know what normal, relaxing and unwinding feels like,

or that we actually have time to do this mythical thing.

Do you always feel like you have to be doing something?

Do you feel guilt or stop worrying the moment you sit down?

Does your brain go into overdrive the moment you get into bed?

Question number four

When you're in a conversation,

how often do you find yourself finishing the sentences of the people

you are talking to before they can finish them themselves?

Answer With never, rarely,

sometimes, often, very often.

Consider this.

Most of the people I know with ADHD, myself

included, don't do this.

What we do do is bottle up this urge

and then spend all of our focus and mental energy

trying to stop ourselves from blurting it out

and focus on retaining what it is we're

wanting to say at the cost of not hearing the rest of the conversation.

You may feel impatient for this other person to finish

what they're saying because you've already anticipated it.

Question number five How often do you put

things off until the last minute?

Answer With never. Rarely.

Sometimes. Often. Very often.

Some points to consider here.

Are you always late or rushing to catch up?

Do you find yourself procrastinating even though you know

something has to get done and only taking action

when the deadline becomes imminent and is staring us in the face?

Do you put off paperwork or paying bills

even when you have the money to pay for these things?

And finally, question number six How often do you depend on others

to keep your life in order and attend to details?

Answer with never, Rarely.

Sometimes. Often. Very often.

This one is pretty difficult on the face of it.

Now we can muddle and crashed through life just fine by ourselves, can't we?

Here are some things to consider to open this question up a little bit.

Do you just simply avoids the things that would help

keep your life and finances in balance?

Do you only take action when the bills become red letters

or bury your head even further in the sand?

Maybe you love seeing friends and family,

but let the others be the ones to organize events and get togethers.

Maybe even the simple task of returning something to the shop

or posting a letter or writing that card that you bought last week.

It just simply doesn't get done.

You can now score your answers.

So for every question that you answered with,

never give yourselves a zero for each question that you answered with.

Rarely give yourselves one point for each question that you answered with.

Sometimes.

Give yourselves two points for each question that you answered with often.

Give yourselves three points and for each question that you answered

with very often, give yourselves four points.

Now add up your score and pause the video if you need a little more time

before we continue.

Don't forget, though, folks, to hit me up with some of that

sweet, sweet dopamine by hitting the like, unsubscribe buttons

and leave a comment as well as to how you scored

and what you found difficult about these questions.

So your results are in.

How did you score?

Well, the threshold score for this test is 14 points.

This means that if you scored 14 or more, the screener reveals you

likely have ADHD and further investigation is required.

If you scored 13 or less,

you likely don't have ADHD.

But remember, folks, although this test, this screener is effective

at picking up ADHD in adults, it cannot rule out

other medical conditions that may impact these results.

And it certainly doesn't replace a diagnostic assessment

by a trained clinician.

There's a link in the description below to the online

version of this test, together with references and sources.

The old SARS v 1.1 test and further reading.

Let me know what you'd like me to cover in future videos.

But for now, take care.