Typical  Problems of Adults with ADHD

Adults may have many, but not necessarily all of these symptoms

Easily irritated
Forgetful
Become bored easily
Difficulty understanding written directions
Difficulty remembering verbal directions
Have to read things several times to remember what was read
Become frustrated easily
Become disorganized easily
Burdened by too many projects
Lose or misplace things
Difficulty in school or work
Daydream or space out
Feel out of control
Feel on the verge of losing control
Do things too quickly
Procrastinate (put things off)
Inconsistent effort or productivity
Full of ideas
Poor follow-through
Difficulty with time tests or time lines
Feel tired, sleepy, not alert
Feel like an underachiever
Anticipate failure or inadequate performance
Become distracted easily
Do not stick with tasks until they are finished
Make careless mistakes
Talk rapidly
Talk or act first, think later
Have difficulty concentrating on boring tasks
Overactive
Get careless and make mistakes when task is demanding
Do not listen carefully
Feel restless
Short attention span
Poor short-term memory
Over focused
Tense
Have low self esteem
Feel or act "driven"
Impatient
Seek stimulating experiences
Mood swings
Do best with deadlines/pressure
Jumpy, pace, fidget, drum, hum
Stir things up when bored
Seem to get in arguments a lot