Validated screener

SNAP-IV (parent or teacher)

Rate how often the behaviour was true for this child during the past six months. Used by parents and teachers in research and clinical practice. The oppositional defiant items at the end are included for context and are optional here.

Inattention (9 items)

IN1Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork

IN2Often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play

IN3Often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly

IN4Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish tasks

IN5Often has difficulty organising tasks and activities

IN6Often avoids tasks that require sustained mental effort

IN7Often loses things necessary for activities

IN8Often is distracted by extraneous stimuli

IN9Often is forgetful in daily activities

Hyperactivity / Impulsivity (9 items)

HY1Often fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat

HY2Often leaves seat when remaining seated is expected

HY3Often runs about or climbs excessively when inappropriate

HY4Often has difficulty playing quietly

HY5Often is on the go, acts as if driven by a motor

HY6Often talks excessively

HY7Often blurts out answers before questions have been completed

HY8Often has difficulty awaiting turn

HY9Often interrupts or intrudes on others

Oppositional Defiant (8 items, optional)

OP1Often loses temper

OP2Often argues with adults

OP3Often actively defies or refuses to comply with adult requests

OP4Often deliberately does things that annoy others

OP5Often blames others for own mistakes

OP6Often is touchy or easily annoyed

OP7Often is angry or resentful

OP8Often is spiteful or vindictive

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