Persistent difficulty paying attention
Frequent careless mistakes
Trouble staying organized
Chronic procrastination
Losing things often
Forgetting appointments or deadlines
Difficulty following through on tasks
Easily distracted
Trouble listening when spoken to directly
Restlessness or feeling unable to sit still
Fidgeting or squirming
Talking excessively
Interrupting others
Difficulty waiting your turn
Acting impulsively
Mood swings or emotional impulsivity
Trouble managing time
Starting many tasks but finishing few
Feeling overwhelmed by routine tasks
Problems at work, home, or in relationships because of these patterns
Symptoms present since childhood
Symptoms occurring in more than one setting
Symptoms causing significant impairment in daily life
Evaluation by a licensed mental health professional or doctor