Child ADHD Diagnostic Assessment
ADHD diagnostic assessments aim to build a clear, evidence-based understanding of a child or young person’s attention, activity levels, and regulation profile, alongside their strengths and support needs. Assessments are carried out thoughtfully and collaboratively, supporting families to understand behaviour and plan appropriate next steps.
What is ADHD?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by differences in attention regulation, activity levels, and impulse control that impact daily functioning across settings. Presentation can vary significantly between individuals and may change over time as demands increase.
Who Are Assessments For
An ADHD assessment may be helpful for children and young people who:
Find it hard to sustain attention, organise tasks, or manage everyday demands at home or school
Appear constantly on the go, restless, or struggle to slow down when needed
Act impulsively or find it difficult to pause, wait, or think things through
Experience emotional overwhelm, frustration, or rapid shifts in mood
Seem to be working much harder than peers to manage expectations
When an Assessment May Be Helpful
An ADHD assessment may be helpful when:
A child or young person expresses that they feel different, are “always in trouble,” or do not understand why things feel harder for them
Difficulties are persistent and noticeable across more than one setting, such as home and school
Increasing academic or social demands are leading to stress, reduced confidence, or emotional distress
Current strategies or support do not seem to be helping as expected
Families or schools are unsure whether ADHD may be contributing to a child’s difficulties
What the Assessment Involves