ADHD Evaluations

What is ADHD? 

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults. ADHD affects individuals' focus, impulse control, and activity levels. It manifests as a consistent pattern of difficulty in following instructions, staying organized, and controlling impulsive actions across multiple settings, which can disrupt academic performance and social interactions. There are three presentations:

• Inattentive Type: This includes making careless mistakes, difficulty sustaining attention, avoiding tasks requiring sustained mental effort, and problems with organization.

• Hyperactive-Impulsive Type: Symptoms include difficulty remaining seated, excessive talking, fidgeting, and acting without thinking.

• Combined Type: This most common form in children combines symptoms of both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive types.

Our Assessments for ADHD

Achieving an accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment and aiding developmental progression. Behaviors often associated with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) might actually stem from emotional disturbances or learning disabilities, necessitating a thorough assessment.

Our ADHD diagnostic process is extensive to confirm whether ADHD accurately describes the individual’s challenges.

The evaluation typically involves:

• An initial consultation and clinical interview with the child’s parents/guardians to understand developmental history, primary concerns, and individual strengths.

• An extensive array of psychological tests.

• Behavioral assessment forms to caregivers and educators, and the child when age-appropriate.

• A detailed feedback session is held with caregivers to discuss the results, followed by recommendations and potential referrals. A comprehensive report summarizing the findings is provided within two weeks of the evaluation.​