User Survey

Section A: Demographics & Background

A1What is your age?

18-2425-3435-4445-5455-6465+

A2What is your gender?

FemaleMaleNon-binaryPrefer not to say

A3In which country do you currently live?

GermanyAustriaSwitzerlandOther EU countryNon-EU countryPrefer not to say

A4Which best describes your place of residence?

UrbanSuburbanRural

A5What is your current employment status?

Employed full-timeEmployed part-timeSelf-employed / freelancerStudentCurrently unemployedFull-time caregiver / homemakerRetiredOtherPrefer not to say

A6What is the highest level of education you have completed?

No formal qualification / lower secondaryHigh school / Abitur / MaturaVocational training / apprenticeshipBachelor’s degree or equivalentMaster’s degree or equivalentDoctorate / PhD / medical degreeOtherPrefer not to say

A7What is your approximate annual household income (before tax)?

Below €20,000€20,000–€40,000€40,000–€60,000€60,000–€80,000€80,000–€100,000Above €100,000Prefer not to say

A8What type of health insurance do you currently have?

Public health insurancePrivate health insuranceCombination of public and privateNo health insurancePrefer not to say

A9What is your relationship status?

SingleIn a relationshipMarried / civil partnershipSeparated / divorcedWidowedPrefer not to say

A10Do you have any dependents?

No dependentsChildrenOther dependents (e.g. elderly parents)

Section B: ADHD Diagnosis Journey

B1Which of the following best describes your current ADHD status?

I have been formally diagnosed with ADHD by a healthcare professionalI strongly suspect I have ADHD but have not been formally diagnosedI am currently in the process of being evaluated for ADHDI have been assessed and told I do not have ADHDI am unsure whether I have ADHDOtherPrefer not to say

B2If you have been diagnosed with ADHD, at what age did you receive your diagnosis?

Childhood (under 12)Adolescence (12–17)Young adulthood (18–25)Adulthood (26–40)Later adulthood (40+)I have not been diagnosedPrefer not to say

B3Who diagnosed or evaluated you for ADHD?

PsychiatristClinical psychologistNeurologistGeneral practitioner / family doctorPediatricianOther specialist

B4How did you first enter the diagnostic pathway for ADHD?

Self-referral (I sought help myself)Referred by GP / family doctorReferred by psychologist / therapistReferred by school / universityReferred by employer / occupational healthOther

B5Approximately how long did it take from first seeking help to receiving a diagnosis (if applicable)?

Less than 3 months from first seeking help to diagnosis3–6 months6–12 months1–2 years2–5 yearsMore than 5 yearsI have not been diagnosed

B6How many different healthcare providers did you see about ADHD-related concerns?

12–34–56–8More than 8

B7Which of the following ADHD-related treatments or supports are you currently using?

Medication for ADHDPsychotherapy / counselingADHD coachingGroup therapy or support groupDigital tools / appsNo current treatmentOther

Section C: Symptoms & Daily Life

C1Which symptoms or difficulties are most prominent for you?

Inattention / difficulty focusingHyperactivity / restlessnessImpulsivityEmotional dysregulation (rapid mood changes, frustration)Rejection sensitivity or feeling easily criticizedExecutive dysfunction (planning, organizing, starting tasks)Sleep problemsOther

C2In which areas of life do your ADHD-related symptoms have the biggest impact?

Work / careerSchool / universityRelationshipsSelf-esteem and self-confidenceMental health (anxiety, depression, burnout)Finances / money managementDaily tasks (household, appointments, etc.)Driving / traffic safetyOther

C3Have you been diagnosed with or strongly suspect any of the following conditions, in addition to ADHD?

AnxietyDepressionBipolar disorderAutism spectrum conditionLearning disorders (e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia)Substance use issuesEating disorderOtherNone of the above

Section D: Diagnostic Experience

D1How would you describe the waiting time for ADHD assessment and diagnosis (if applicable)?

The waiting time for diagnosis was acceptableThe waiting time felt too longThe waiting time was extremely long and stressfulNot applicable (no diagnosis yet)

D2How would you describe the quality of your diagnostic experience?

I felt heard and understood by healthcare providersI felt the assessment was rushed or superficialI received clear information about ADHD and treatment optionsI felt judged or stigmatizedI received conflicting opinions from different providersNot applicable

D3Which barriers did you face when seeking ADHD assessment or support?

Long waiting listsCost of assessment or treatmentLack of specialists in my areaDifficulty taking time off work / studiesFear of stigma or judgmentNot knowing where to start or who to contactFeeling that ADHD in my gender is taken less seriouslyOtherI did not experience major barriers

Section E: Digital Tools & AI in ADHD Diagnosis

E1How familiar are you with digital mental health tools?

Very familiar – I regularly use digital mental health toolsSomewhat familiar – I have tried a few apps or toolsA little familiar – I know they exist but haven’t used manyNot familiar – I don’t know much about digital mental health tools

E2Which types of digital mental health tools have you used?

Mental health apps (e.g. meditation, CBT, mood tracking)ADHD-specific apps (planning, focus, reminders)Online therapy / telemedicine platformsOnline self-tests for ADHD or mental healthWearables for sleep, activity, or focusNone of the above

E3What is your general attitude toward AI in healthcare?

Very positive – I believe AI can significantly improve healthcareSomewhat positive – cautiously optimisticNeutral – I don’t have strong opinionsSomewhat negative – I have concernsVery negative – I am skeptical or opposed

E4What concerns, if any, do you have about AI in healthcare?

Data privacy and securityBias or unfairness in AI decisionsRisk of misdiagnosis or over-reliance on algorithmsFear that human contact and empathy will be reducedLack of transparency about how AI worksUnclear regulation and oversightOtherI do not have major concerns

Section F: Expectations from an AI-supported ADHD Platform

F1Which features would you find most valuable in an AI-supported ADHD platform?

Symptom tracking and daily loggingStructured self-screening for ADHD symptomsAutomatic summary / report for cliniciansSupport while waiting for an appointmentEducational content about ADHD and comorbiditiesSupport for medication adherence or therapy exercisesDigital ADHD coach (scheduling, reminders, routines)Anonymous peer community or group supportOther

F2Which values and qualities are most important to you in such a platform?

Feeling understood and validatedRespectful and non-stigmatizing communicationFeeling in control of my data and choicesGood collaboration between the platform and cliniciansEvidence-based methods and transparent scienceLow time and effort required from meAccessible for different needs (e.g. neurodivergent-friendly design)Affordable or covered by insurance

Section G: Access and Equity

G1Do you belong to any groups that may face specific barriers or biases in healthcare?

My gender / gender identityMy ageMy race or ethnicityMy sexual orientationDisability or chronic illnessBeing neurodivergent in ways other than ADHDMigration / refugee backgroundReligion or cultural backgroundOtherNone of the above

G2Have you experienced discrimination, bias, or being dismissed in the context of ADHD or mental health care?

I felt dismissed or not taken seriously by healthcare providersI experienced bias based on my gender, race, age, or other identity factorsProviders seemed unfamiliar with how ADHD presents in people like meI was told my symptoms were “just” something else without proper evaluationI felt I had to “prove” my symptoms more than seemed necessaryNone of the above – my experience was positiveNot applicable – I have not sought diagnosisPrefer not to answer

G3Do you have any fears or concerns about discrimination or stigma when seeking ADHD assessment or support?

Fear of stigma or judgment from healthcare providersFear of being “labeled” or pathologizedConcerns about how diagnoses appear in medical records or insuranceFear of impact on job / studies if diagnosis is knownFear of how family or partners might reactI do not have major fears in this area

Section H: Final Thoughts

H1Is there anything else you would like us to know about your experience?

H2Would you be interested in participating in a beta test of our platform?

Yes, I would be interested in participating in a beta test of the Attentia platformMaybe – I would like to receive more information firstNo, I am not interested

H3If you would like to receive updates, please provide your email address (optional).

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