Developing Better Tools To Detect ADHD In Adulthood

ADHD in adults manifests differently than in children. A new test that reveals the extent of mind wandering may contribute to more accurate diagnoses.

Five people in a room, one with an EEG cap

BORING TEST: A truly monotonous lab experiment confirms that people with ADHD are much more affected than others by their thoughts wandering away from the task at hand. In the picture, research assistants are training in EEG measurement for the project. Photo: UiO

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