ADHD Assessment

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder that results in hyperactive/impulsive and/or inattentive behaviour that is more severe than same-age peers. Inattentive behaviours may include difficulty sustaining attention in tasks, not listening when spoken too directly, being easily distracted, and often losing things. Hyperactive and impulsive behaviours may include behaviours such as talking excessively, interrupting or intruding on others, and being often "on the go". There are currently three subtypes of ADHD: ​

• Inattentive Presentation

• Hyperactive Presentation

• Combined Presentation

  
  

School-related difficulties for children with ADHD may include:

• Not paying attention to classroom lessons

• Calling out without permission

• Difficulty starting and completing tasks

• Problems with sustained attention for effortful tasks

• Disorganized notebooks

• Poor study skills

• Lack of attention to task instructions

• Poor test performance

• Talking to peers at inappropriate times

• Becoming angry when presented with perceived difficult tasks

To obtain a comprehensive assessment of an individual's functioning, a typical ADHD assessment would include a cognitive and academic test and examining executive functioning and symptoms of hyperactivity/impulsivity and inattention. A cognitive and academic test is not necessary to diagnose ADHD, however, gathering further information about a student's cognitive and academic strengths and areas of need can help develop supports and strategies for school.

Support Your Child's Well-being

Help ensure your child receives the support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Take action now by contacting Whitney Mitchell at Sprout Child Psychology and provide your child with the tools and strategies to help support school success.

Cost: Effective October 1, 2025, the fee for this type of assessment is $1800.