What is ADHD? A plain-English guide for adults
What ADHD is, how it shows up in reading and everyday work, and how adults get assessed. Plain language, with sources.
ADHD Games and Tests
Free ADHD games and tests in your browser. Play a Schulte table, word search or letter stack, or take the ADHD, attention span or reading speed test.
- Free
- 1 to 6 minutes each
- Phone and desktop
Games
Focus games
Short games that practise steady focus, visual search and word planning. Play one as a warm-up before reading.
Schulte table
Tap the numbers in order on a grid of 8 to 60 numbers. It practises steady, wide focus.
- Under 3 min
Word search
Find hidden words in a grid of letters. It practises steady, line-by-line scanning.
- 2 to 6 min
- 10, 15 or 20 words
- 4 or 8 ways
Letter stack
Spell 5, 6 or 7-letter words from a pile of stacked tiles. Fewer hints, higher score.
- 5 to 7 letters
- 3 to 6 min
Tests
Self-tests
Three quick checks: one for signs of adult ADHD, one for your attention span, one for your reading speed.
ADHD self-test (ASRS-v1.1)
18 questions from the WHO adult ADHD test. A self-test, not a diagnosis.
- 18 questions
- 4 min
- ASRS-v1.1
Attention span test
Rate 20 everyday statements to see how long you tend to stay focused. Not a diagnosis.
- 20 questions
- 3 min
Reading speed test
Read two short passages and answer three questions. It measures speed and comprehension.
- 2 passages
- 3 questions
- 2 min
New to ADHD?
Start with the basics before you play or test.
Education questions
Are these ADHD games and tests free?
Yes. Every game and test on this page is free. The Celer app is optional.
Can the ADHD self-test diagnose me?
No. It uses the 18 questions of the ASRS-v1.1, the adult ADHD test from the World Health Organization, and scores the six Part A questions. It is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. Only a qualified clinician can diagnose ADHD. You can copy your answers and score to share with your doctor.
How long does each one take?
1 to 6 minutes. Bigger grids and longer words take longer, and there is no time limit.
Do focus games help with ADHD?
They practise specific skills, such as visual search and steady attention. Gains tend to stay close to the game itself, so they do not replace medical care. You can play one as a short warm-up before reading.