Do I Have ADHD Executive Dysfunction?

Do I Have ADHD Executive Dysfunction?

Explore whether executive function challenges are affecting your daily life and relationships.

Disclaimer: This quiz is designed for educational and self-awareness purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool and cannot replace professional evaluation. Only qualified healthcare providers can diagnose ADHD. If you're experiencing significant executive dysfunction, please consult with a psychiatrist, psychologist, or other qualified professional.

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My ability to start tasks (task initiation) looks like:

I can generally start tasks without much difficulty, even ones I don't enjoy

I sometimes procrastinate but can usually push through and get started

I frequently struggle to start tasks and need external pressure or deadlines to begin

Starting tasks feels nearly impossible even when I desperately want to; I experience paralysis

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When it comes to remembering appointments, deadlines, and commitments:

I reliably remember without external systems; my memory is generally dependable

I occasionally forget but use calendars/reminders successfully to stay on track

I frequently forget even with reminders; things slip through the cracks regularly

I forget constantly despite multiple systems; it causes significant problems in my life

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My experience with time management and time awareness (time blindness):

I have a good sense of time passing and can estimate how long tasks will take

Time sometimes gets away from me, but I'm usually close in my estimates

I frequently lose track of time and underestimate how long things take

Time feels meaningless; I'm chronically late, miss deadlines, and can't estimate duration at all

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Regarding planning and organizing multi-step tasks:

I can break down complex tasks into steps and execute plans systematically

I can plan with some effort but may skip steps or need to adjust frequently

Planning feels overwhelming; I often start without a clear plan and figure it out as I go

I can't seem to hold multiple steps in mind; complex tasks feel impossible without extensive help

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My working memory (holding information in mind while using it):

Works well; I can follow multi-step instructions and remember what I'm doing mid-task

Sometimes fails me, but I can usually manage with notes or repetition

Frequently fails; I forget instructions, lose my train of thought, or forget what I'm doing mid-task

Is severely impaired; I walk into rooms and forget why, lose track constantly, need everything written down

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When it comes to emotional regulation and impulse control:

I can pause before reacting and regulate my emotions reasonably well

I sometimes react impulsively or emotionally but can usually catch myself

I frequently struggle with impulse control and emotional outbursts I later regret

Emotions overwhelm me instantly; I act/speak before thinking and have intense reactions

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My ability to shift between tasks or adjust when plans change (cognitive flexibility):

I adapt well to changes and can switch between tasks smoothly

I prefer routines but can adjust with some mental effort

Transitions are difficult; I get stuck on tasks and struggle when plans change unexpectedly

I become dysregulated, paralyzed, or unable to function when plans change or I need to switch tasks

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Regarding sustained attention and avoiding distractions:

I can focus on tasks for appropriate periods and filter out most distractions

I get distracted sometimes but can usually refocus without too much difficulty

I'm easily distracted and struggle to maintain focus, especially on boring tasks

My attention is constantly pulled away; I can barely finish anything unless it's hyperfocusing

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My experience with self-monitoring (noticing when I'm off-track or making mistakes):

I notice mistakes as I make them and can course-correct effectively

I sometimes miss errors but catch most of them with review or checking

I often don't realize I'm off-track until someone points it out or I review later

I have no awareness of mistakes or going off-course until after the fact; checking doesn't help much

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The impact of these executive function challenges on my life:

Is minimal or non-existent - I manage tasks and responsibilities effectively

Causes occasional stress or minor issues but doesn't significantly affect my functioning

Regularly affects my work, relationships, or self-esteem in noticeable ways

Significantly impairs my ability to function in work, relationships, daily tasks, or causes major distress

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Support for Executive Dysfunction

Executive dysfunction isn't a character flaw or laziness—it's a neurological difference in how your brain processes tasks, time, and information. With proper support and strategies, you can build systems that work with your brain rather than against it.

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