Knowledge of Attention Deficit Disorders Scale (KADDS)
Please read each statement carefully and choose one response: True (T), False (F), or Don’t
Know (DK).
Section A – General Knowledge (15 items)
1. ADHD is a temporary condition that children usually outgrow by adolescence. [T] [F]
[DK]
2. ADHD occurs more frequently in boys than girls. [T] [F] [DK]
3. Poor parenting is the main cause of ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
4. Most children with ADHD have average or above-average intelligence. [T] [F] [DK]
5. ADHD is one of the most commonly diagnosed childhood disorders. [T] [F] [DK]
6. ADHD symptoms often continue into adulthood. [T] [F] [DK]
7. ADHD can only be diagnosed if a child is hyperactive. [T] [F] [DK]
8. Teachers’ reports are important in diagnosing ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
9. A child with ADHD can focus on tasks they enjoy (e.g., video games) but struggle with
other tasks. [T] [F] [DK]
10. ADHD is a neurologically based disorder. [T] [F] [DK]
11. Sugar intake is a major cause of ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
12. A child with ADHD is always disruptive in class. [T] [F] [DK]
13. Children with ADHD can also have other learning or behavior problems. [T] [F] [DK]
14. Children with ADHD usually have difficulty organizing tasks. [T] [F] [DK]
15. ADHD is associated with problems in sustained attention and impulse control. [T] [F]
[DK]
Section B – Symptoms & Diagnosis (9 items)
1. ADHD can be diagnosed through a single psychological test. [T] [F] [DK]
2. A child must show ADHD symptoms in more than one setting (e.g., home and school) for
diagnosis. [T] [F] [DK]
3. Daydreaming and being easily distracted can be symptoms of ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
4. ADHD is diagnosed only when symptoms begin after age 12. [T] [F] [DK]
5. Children with ADHD may talk excessively and interrupt others. [T] [F] [DK]
6. Difficulty remaining seated in class can be a symptom of ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
7. Diagnosis of ADHD should consider developmental level. [T] [F] [DK]
8. ADHD can be identified by brain scans alone. [T] [F] [DK]
9. The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) provides diagnostic criteria for ADHD. [T]
[F] [DK]
Section C – Treatment (12 items)
1. Stimulant medications (e.g., methylphenidate) are often used to treat ADHD. [T] [F]
[DK]
2. Medication completely cures ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
3. Behavioral interventions can be effective for children with ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
4. Parent training can help manage children with ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
5. Combining medication and behavioral therapy is often most effective. [T] [F] [DK]
6. Teachers play an important role in ADHD management. [T] [F] [DK]
7. Special classroom strategies (e.g., shorter tasks, structured environment) can help ADHD
students. [T] [F] [DK]
8. Punishment is the best way to manage ADHD behaviors. [T] [F] [DK]
9. ADHD children often benefit from clear rules and routines. [T] [F] [DK]
10. Side effects may occur with ADHD medication. [T] [F] [DK]
11. Counseling alone is usually sufficient to treat ADHD. [T] [F] [DK]
12. Early identification and intervention can improve long-term outcomes. [T] [F] [DK]
