You're Just Starting Out
You're at the beginning, and that's a fine place to be.
You're thinking about an assessment, or have only just begun. You don't need to have it all worked out. Many people start with a vague feeling that things are harder for them than they seem to be for others.
The best first step is usually a conversation with your GP, taking a few written examples of what you find hard. This quiz can't tell you whether you have ADHD. Only a qualified clinician can.
The stages
- Just starting
- Waiting
- Getting ready
- Ready
Things to try
- Write down three times this month something felt much harder than it should have.
- Book a GP appointment and take those examples with you.
- If you're in England, read about Right to Choose before the appointment, so you can ask about it.
Unstuck, the iPhone app.
Unstuck has a referral tracker, plain-English Right to Choose information and a "My ADHD story" you fill in over time. Join the waiting list for the iPhone app.
See what's in the app →Are You Ready for Your ADHD Assessment?
- You're On the List
The wait is long. You can use some of it to get ready. - You're Getting Ready
You've started, and a bit more will make the day easier. - You're Ready to Go
You've done the groundwork. Now look after yourself before the day.
This quiz is for reflection, not diagnosis. Only a qualified clinician can diagnose ADHD. In crisis? Call Samaritans on 116 123, text SHOUT to 85258, or call 999 in an emergency.