What is ADHD?

ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder – is a diverse behavioural syndrome characterized by the core symptoms of:

• Hyperactivity
• Impulsivity
• Inattention

Not every person with ADHD has all of the symptoms of hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention. However, for a person to be diagnosed with ADHD, their symptoms should be associated with at least a moderate degree of psychological, social and/or educational or occupational impairment.

What’s involved in an ADHD ASSESSMENT?

1. Teacher Interview
2. Cognitive Assessment
3. Connor’s Scale Assessment is completed with Parents and also Teachers
4. Interview with Parents
5. Feedback with Report
6. Recommendations for therapeutic plan, educational supports that may need to be implemented, onward referrals for  psychiatry.