ADHD Testing for Adults & Children
“It’s impossible to focus on anything!”
Are you having trouble concentrating?
Are you having difficulty focusing on tasks?
Do you often lose your train of thought when talking?
Do you become easily distracted?
Do you have difficulty with multiple-step activities or making decisions?
Are you often misplacing objects such as your keys, phone, or wallet?
If so, you might be struggling with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
ADHD, a neurodevelopmental disorder, is typically diagnosed in children, however, it can also be diagnosed in adults. If you or your child are experiencing any of the symptoms listed below, ADHD may be the reason.
Adults with ADHD may:
- Have difficulty with focus and concentrating
- Easily lose their train of thought when speaking or completing tasks
- Have difficulty paying attention for long periods of time
- Becomes easily distracted or confused
- May walk into a room and forget what you walked in there for
- May forget where you left your keys
- May make careless mistakes
- Failure to following through on instructions or projects
- Lack of attention to details
- Mind seems elsewhere
- Difficulty organizing tasks and activities in work or school
- Talk excessively
- Always seem to be “on the go”
- Difficulty participating in leisurely activities
- Fidgety or restless
Children with ADHD have similar symptoms, but they also may exhibit the following:
- Hyperactivity
- Impulsivity
- Restlessness
- Inability to sit still
- Talk excessively
- Appear not to be listening when spoken to
- Act without thinking
- Interrupt often or say the wrong thing at the wrong time.
- Have a quick temper or “short fuse”
A NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION is typically completed to evaluate for ADHD and provide treatment recommendations, as well as recommendations for home, work, and school.
How can a neuropsychological evaluation help me or my child?
A neuropsychological evaluation will identify whether you or your child have ADHD. Our neuropsychologists provide evidence-based assessment, drawing upon the latest discoveries in neuroscience, psychological theories, and educational research to create an effect and individually tailored treatment plan. Their mission is to capitalize on personal strengths and empower each individual with the knowledge and tools needed to live a fulfilling and successful life.
A neuropsychological evaluation will assess your overall functioning including behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and intellectual functioning. The neuropsychologist will assess areas such as attention, processing speed, planning, organization, working memory, problem solving, language, visuospatial/nonverbal skills, fine motor skills, learning, and memory. You will then be provided with useful recommendations and tools to help succeed in the future.
What can I expect during a neuropsychological evaluation process?
The first step is reaching out to our office to schedule your appointment for a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation. These evaluations will provide you with the answers you are looking for, for you or your child. Our neuropsychological evaluations for ADHD typically last 3-4 hours. You will then schedule a follow up appointment in order to receive your results. Your testing appointment and follow up are included in your co-pay. During the follow up session, you or your child will be provided with helpful recommendations and tools. We aim to provide you with comprehensive assessments that will identify strengths and weaknesses, diagnose ADHD, and give recommendations for providers for medication, tools to utilize at home and work, and accommodation recommendations in school under 504 Plan or Individualized Education Program (IEP).
For children who need testing, what is the difference between a neuropsychological evaluation and a school evaluation?
School evaluations and pediatric neuropsychological evaluations sometimes offer the same tests. However, school evaluations primarily focus on a deficit in a certain academic skill. A full neuropsychological evaluation will focus on why the child is having difficulties in school or at home. They are able to identify skill performance in learning, processing speed, language, organizing, planning, memory, attention, and problem solving, as well assess psychological factors that may interfere with focus and concentrations such as symptoms related to low self-confidence, test-anxiety, perfectionism, and self-criticalness.
Are neuropsychological evaluations covered?
Neuropsychological evaluations are usually covered by insurance. However, coverage may be subject to deductible and coinsurance percentage. If you do not know what your deductible and coinsurance amounts are, we will check your insurance benefits and inform you of your out-of-pocket cost prior to your scheduled appointment.
Do I need a referral?
Nope! No referrals necessary. If you feel the above symptoms describe you, someone you know, or your child please reach out to our office today to book an evaluation!
If you do have a referral from a PCP or specialist provider, please bring it to your appointment so we are able to share the results of our evaluation with your provider.
