🇳🇿 New Zealand

Could you have ADHD?
Free screener
for New Zealanders.

Q: Is this ADHD test valid in New Zealand?

Yes. The ASRS-v1.1 is the same screening tool used by GPs and psychiatrists in New Zealand as a first-line assessment. It was developed by the World Health Organization and is widely recognised in NZ clinical practice.

Q: How do I get an official ADHD diagnosis in New Zealand?

Start with your GP. Bring your screener results and describe how symptoms affect your daily life. Your GP can refer you to a psychiatrist for a formal diagnostic assessment. Private psychiatric services typically have shorter wait times than public services.

Q: Is ADHD assessment funded in New Zealand?

Public health ADHD assessments are available through District Health Boards but wait times can be lengthy. Private assessments are not publicly funded and typically cost $500–$1,500. Some people access funding through ACC if ADHD is linked to a covered condition.

Q: What medications are available for ADHD in New Zealand?

Medications including methylphenidate (Ritalin, Rubifen) and dexamphetamine are funded by PHARMAC for eligible patients. Prescribing is typically initiated by a psychiatrist and can be managed by a GP under shared care arrangements.

Based on the WHO-validated ASRS-v1.1. Takes 2 minutes. Get an instant score breakdown - then know exactly what to say to your GP.

This is a screening tool only - not a diagnostic instrument. It cannot diagnose ADHD. Only a qualified mental health or medical professional can diagnose ADHD after a full clinical evaluation. Use these results as a conversation-starter with your doctor.

1 in 20 New Zealanders lives with ADHD - and many go undiagnosed well into adulthood.

After your results

Your next step in New Zealand

If your results suggest ADHD, speak with your GP and share your screener results. Your GP can refer you to a psychiatrist for formal assessment. Adult ADHD services are limited in some regions - telehealth options have improved access. ADHD New Zealand maintains a list of ADHD-aware clinicians across the country.

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Part A Score

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out of 24 · threshold: 14

Total Score

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out of 72

Inattention

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out of 36

Hyperactivity

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out of 36

Symptom Profile

Inattention

Hyperactivity / Impulsivity

Screener (Part A)

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Understanding Your ADHD
Workbook

A 9-part guided workbook covering the neuroscience of ADHD, symptom mapping, life reflection exercises, assessment preparation, evidence-based strategies, a parent's guide, and a personal action plan. Written for adults exploring assessment, the newly diagnosed, and parents of children with ADHD.

9 structured parts, 30+ pages
Symptom inventory & reflection exercises
2-week symptom diary template
Parent's guide to supporting a child with ADHD
Evidence-based focus & organisation strategies
Workplace accommodation guide
Personal ADHD action plan
Interactive tick boxes - fill in digitally or print

Remember: A high score does not mean you have ADHD, and a low score does not rule it out. Many conditions share symptoms with ADHD. This tool is based on the ASRS-v1.1, a validated screener, but screening is not diagnosis.

What to do next

Share these results with your primary care doctor, psychiatrist, or psychologist — you can print or screenshot this page.
A proper ADHD diagnosis involves a clinical interview, behavioral history (often going back to childhood), and ruling out other conditions like anxiety, depression, or sleep disorders.
Ask your doctor for a referral to a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist who specialises in adult ADHD.
Keep a symptom diary for 2 weeks before your appointment — note specific moments when symptoms interfered with your life.