We offer expert ADHD assessments for children aged six and above with specialist clinicians both in person and online. Learn more about the process, how to prepare, and what to expect after your child's assessment.
Step by step
Our team will listen to how your child is feeling and the challenges they’re facing, and discuss the best possible next steps for your child. If we’re the right service for you and your child, and an ADHD assessment is their next step, we’ll book your child’s appointment.
Preparing for your child's assessment
Before the appointment, have a good think about the different behaviours and challenges your child has had throughout their life. Your child may be nervous, which is completely understandable. You will be there to support them, but try to reassure them that there are no right or wrong answers and that they progress at their own pace.
If there is anything we can do to help you and your child feel more comfortable, do please let us know in advance.
Complete the pre-assessment questionnaires
Before your child’s assessment, there will be some questionnaires to complete. We’ll need these at least 48 hours before your appointment.
For children aged five to ten there are:
1 questionnaire for your child - in your portal for your child to complete
3 questionnaires for you about your child - in your portal for you to complete
2 questionnaires for your child's teacher - link sent by email, for you to send to the school
For children aged 11 and above:
2 questionnaires for your child - in your portal for your child to complete
3 questionnaires for you about your child - in your portal for you to complete
2 questionnaires for your child's teacher - link sent by email, for you to send to the school
Your child’s assessment
A neurodevelopmental specialist, who is highly trained and experienced in identifying ADHD, will work closely with you and your child to fully understand their behaviours and identify potential challenges to provide the best support possible.
The assessment takes up to two hours.
About the diagnostic interview
The appointment is a structured clinical interview that has been specially developed to assess ADHD in young people aged 5-17 years. During the appointment, the psychiatrist will go through a full developmental and psychiatric history.
They will ask about the presence of ADHD symptoms, how long they have lasted, and any significant impairments caused by these symptoms. Please rest assured that we only use the most reliable and well-validated diagnostic measures available.