What is an ADHD assessment
An ADHD assessment involves determining the presence of a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that is more frequently displayed and is more severe than is typically observed in individuals at a comparable level of development. We offer comprehensive ADHD assessments for children and adolescents aged 6-18.
Potential benefits of an ADHD assessment
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Determining whether or not an individual meets criteria for ADHD
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Greater awareness, understanding and insight for individuals and their support system
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Accessing specific support and intervention for ADHD
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Accessing extra support at school such as classroom adjustments and exam provisions

ADHD Assessment
General process
Initial Assessment
The initial assessment involves gathering a comprehensive history in order to determine whether one meets the criteria for ADHD. ​​​
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Duration: 2hr appt​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Testing Appointments
Typical tests administered: ​
Cognitive assessment- 2hr appt
Academic assessment- 2.5hr appt
Attentional assessment- 15min appt​​​​​
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Extra components:
Online questionnaires completed by individual, parents, teachers (15min)​
Phone call with teacher (30min)​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Review of previous reports
Feedback Session
It typically takes 2-3 weeks to finalise the report before meeting for the feedback session to discuss the results and recommendations going forward.
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Duration: 1-1.5hr appt​​​​​​​​​​​​
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