Some common symptoms include trouble focusing, inattentive, forgetful, daydreaming, or even "lazy" and "unmotivated".  These are some terms used to describe this condition.  ADHD is most commonly diagnosed before the age of 7, but if you have a mild version you may have gone through grade school and even most of your life without a formal diagnosis.  The inattentive type is commonly known as ADD, but it's actually an outdated term, the correct form is "ADHD Inattentive Type".  It's defined by having difficulty with focus, a short attention span, difficulty starting and completing work.  Add in fidgeting, difficulty sitting still, restlessness, and overactive, interrupting others, impulsive, or "always on the go" and that describes the hyperactive-inattentive type.  

So how do you know if you need to be tested?  If your symptoms are interfering with your daily life (e.g., work, school, home) and they are bothersome to you, then it may be worth testing.  Our Katy psychologists conduct testing screenings for ADD/ADHD. More comprehensive testing for ADD/ADHD when a differential diagnosis may be needed or if you need a current evaluation to justify ACT, SAT, GRE, or LSAT accommodations (see ADHD Comprehensive Evaluation below).