Abstract:
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common disorder, which can
be identified mostly among children which often lasts till their adulthood. A person with ADHD
would not be able to pay attention, would not think about consequences of their
actions(impulsivity) and sometimes could be hyperactive (overly active). According to the
statistical reports of ADHD Institute, worldwide prevalence of ADHD is ~2.2% overall (range,
0.1-8.1%) which has been estimated only within the children and adolescents (aged < 18 years)
[1]. A person with ADHD could have troubles with socializing, making friends and may struggle
with studies as well. It is stated that people with ADHD could often choose smaller rewards over
bigger rewards considering only the time they have to spend on. A physical examination, series
of interviews, reports from associates of the patient are some of the existing methodologies used
to diagnose ADHD. Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale Symptom Checklist (ASRS), Barkley Adult
ADHD Rating Scale - V, Brown ADD Scales (Adult), Conners' Adult ADHD Rating Scales
(CARRS) and Copeland Symptom Checklist for Attention Deficit Disorders - Adult Version are
some of the screening tools and checklist methods used currently. Above mentioned tools and
methods mainly focus on adults. It is complicated to test children as they have certain behaviors
at several ages that make symptoms of this disorder undistinguishable. The current methods of
diagnosing have issues such as lack of concentration to the patient, difficulty to monitor
child/adult under different environments, maintaining patient’s records etc. We have developed a
localized mobile application which includes questionnaire and gaming activities to identify and
diagnose symptoms such as Hyperactivity, Impulsivity, Inattention and organizing disorders. This
application is not restricted for adults as above-mentioned tools and methods that are currently
being used. If we can identify these disorders as early as possible this would deliver many benefits
to the children's growth and future.
