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ADHD Assessments
What is an ADHD Assessment?
An ADHD assessment involves a clinical diagnostic interview and a battery of tests that are designed to determine whether an individual has ADHD. An ADHD assessment can be conducted at any age, and for any person who suspects:
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That they might have ADHD
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That finding out for sure would benefit their life in some way.
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That ADHD medication might help them function better in daily life
A note on medication
Stimulant and non-stimulant medication for ADHD can only be prescribed by a psychiatrist. While some psychiatrists might diagnose and prescribe medication for ADHD without a psychological assessment, many will require that an ADHD assessment be completed with a psychologist first.
Why get an ADHD assessment with a psychologist?
Psychological assessments for ADHD are thorough, standardised, and result in a comprehensive report that gives you a personalised understanding of your ADHD brain and how you can support it.
Once you have your report, you can take it to any psychiatrist, employer, or education provider and receive the prescriptions and supports you need.
Components of an ADHD Assessment
A basic ADHD assessment incorporates the following:
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Initial consultation to gain background information and to identify the most appropriate level of assessment depth for the individual and their goals.
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Clinical diagnostic interview for ADHD (we use the DIVA 5/Young DIVA)
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Diagnostic self-report assessment (we use the CAARS 2/ Conners 4)
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Feedback session to discuss assessment findings and recommendations
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Comprehensive report
If identified as important and relevant to assessment goals, additional assessment measures can be added onto the basic assessment. Some of these might include:
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Free additional screening for Autism and/or suspected mental health conditions
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IQ testing
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Achievement testing
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Adaptive behaviour assessments
ADHD Assessment Fees
Basic: $2280
Best for:
Anyone who wants to find out if they have ADHD.
Includes:
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Initial consultation
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Diagnostic interview for ADHD
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Free screening for Autism
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Diagnostic self-report Assessment
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Feedback session
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Comprehensive report
Extended: $2880
Best for:
Anyone who wants to find out if they have ADHD, while also gaining insight into their intellectual abilities and how to work with them.
Includes:
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Initial consultation
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Diagnostic interview for ADHD
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Free screening for Autism
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Diagnostic self-report Assessment
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Cognitive Assessment
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Feedback session
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Comprehensive report
Full Comprehensive: $3600
Best for:
Anyone who requires an in-depth and personalised ADHD assessment for access to medication and/or to gain formal accommodations and supports in personal, educational and professional settings.
Includes:
Initial consultation
Diagnostic interview for ADHD
Free screening for Autism
Diagnostic self-report Assessment
Cognitive Assessment
Educational Assessment
Feedback session
Comprehensive report
Want to find out more?
To learn more or to enquire about our ADHD assessment, contact us at: info@treatyourselfwell.com.au, or give us a call on (02) 9555 4810.
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