For diagnosis, at least six of the following symptoms in each category should be occur in at least two settings, their frequency should be “often”, and they should have persisted for at least six months.^2,3

Inattention:

·      - fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork or at work;

·      -  has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or when playing;

·       - does not seem to listen when spoken to directly;

·       - does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, tasks, or duties;

·       - has difficulty organising tasks and activities;

·       - is averse to engaging in tasks that require sustained mental effort (eg schoolwork or homework, preparing reports, completing forms);

·       - loses things necessary for tasks or activities;

·       - is easily distracted by unrelated stimuli;

·       - is forgetful in daily activities.

Hyperactivity and impulsivity:

·       - fidgets or taps hands or feet or squirms in seat;

·       - sill stand up in situations when remaining seated is expected;

·       - runs about or climbs in inappropriate situations;

·       - is unable to play or take part in leisure activities quietly;

·       - is ‘on the go’;

·       - talks excessively;

·       - blurts out an answer before a question has been completed;

·       - has trouble waiting their turn;

·       - interrupts or intrudes on others.