DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria
A. Persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development, characterized by (1) and/or (2):
1. Inattention: Six (or more) of the following symptoms have been maintained for at least 6 months to a degree that is inconsistent with the level of development and that directly affects social and academic/work activities:
Note: Symptoms are not just a manifestation of oppositional behavior, defiance, hostility, or failure to understand tasks or instructions. For older adolescents and adults (17 years of age and older), a minimum of five symptoms is required.
to. Often fails to pay close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, at work, or during other activities (e.g., details are overlooked or missed, work is not completed with precision).
b. Frequently has difficulty maintaining attention on tasks or recreational activities (e.g., has difficulty maintaining attention in classes, conversations, or prolonged reading).
c. Frequently appears not to listen when spoken to directly (e.g., seems to have his or her mind on other things, even in the absence of any apparent distraction).
d. Frequently does not follow instructions and complete schoolwork, chores, or work duties (e.g., starts tasks but is quickly distracted and easily evasive).
and. Frequently has difficulty organizing tasks and activities (e.g., difficulty managing sequential tasks; difficulty putting materials and belongings in order; carelessness and disorganization at work; poor time management; failure to meet deadlines).
F. Frequently avoids, dislikes, or is unenthusiastic about initiating tasks that require sustained mental effort (e.g., homework or household chores; in older adolescents and adults, preparing reports, completing forms, reviewing long articles).
g. Frequently loses things necessary for tasks or activities (e.g., school supplies, pencils, books, instruments, wallet, keys, work papers, glasses, cell phone).
h. Often easily distracted by external stimuli (for older teens and adults, may include unrelated thoughts).
Yo. Often forgets everyday activities (e.g., doing homework, running errands; in older teens and adults, returning calls, paying bills, keeping appointments).
2. Hyperactivity and impulsivity: Six (or more) of the following symptoms have persisted for at least 6 months to a degree that is inconsistent with the level of development and that directly affects social and academic/work activities:
Note: Symptoms are not just a manifestation of oppositional behavior, defiance, hostility, or failure to understand tasks or instructions. For older adolescents and adults (17 years of age and older), a minimum of five symptoms is required.
to. Frequently fiddles with or taps hands or feet or squirms in seat.
b. Frequently stands up in situations where he or she is expected to remain seated (e.g., standing up in class, in the office or other workplace, or in other situations that require holding oneself in place).
c. He often runs around or climbs in situations where it is not appropriate. (Note: In teenagers or adults, it may be limited to fidgeting.)
d. He is often unable to play or engage quietly in recreational activities.
and. Is often “busy,” acting as if “driven by a motor” (e.g., unable to sit or uncomfortable standing still for long periods of time, such as in restaurants, meetings; others may think he or she is restless) or that you find it difficult to follow them).
F. Frequently talks excessively.
g. Often responds unexpectedly or before a question has been completed (e.g., finishes others’ sentences; does not respect turn-taking).
h. It is often difficult for you to wait your turn (e.g., while waiting in line).
Yo. Frequently interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g., butts into conversations, games, or activities; may begin to use other people’s things without waiting or receiving permission; in adolescents and adults, may intrude or preempt things) what others do).
B. Some inattention or hyperactive-impulsive symptoms were present before age 12.
C. Various inattention or hyperactive-impulsive symptoms are present in two or more contexts (e.g., at home, at school, or at work; with friends or relatives; in other activities).
D. There is clear evidence that the symptoms interfere with or reduce the quality of social, academic, or occupational functioning.
E. The symptoms do not occur exclusively during the course of schizophrenia or another psychotic disorder and are not better explained by another mental disorder (e.g., mood disorder, anxiety disorder, dissociative disorder, detachment disorder). personality, intoxication or substance withdrawal).