Diagnosis of Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

A qualified health care professional or physician does the diagnosis of Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A complete medical examination is done. This is necessary to identify other conditions that may be responsible for the symptoms that coexist with Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and require treatment. 

The most important diagnostic tool is the clinical interview, as there are no diagnostic laboratory tests for Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) .

Clinical interview includes:

Apart from this, psychological tests are also used to diagnose Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) , such as:

• The Conners’ Parent and Teacher Rating Scale: Used for treating children.

• Brown Attention Deficit Disorder Scale (BADDS): Used for teens and adults.

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Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last updated: June 19, 2011