When Should You Consider an ADHD Assessment?

An ADHD assessment may be helpful when differences in attention, organisation, or impulsivity are having a noticeable impact on daily life.

In children, this might include difficulties with focus in school, managing routines, or regulating behaviour. In adults, it may relate to challenges with time management, organisation, or maintaining attention in work or everyday tasks.

It is important to consider whether these patterns have been present over time and across different settings, rather than being linked to a specific situation.

Many people seek an assessment after recognising a longer-standing pattern, rather than a recent change.

A structured assessment helps to build a clear understanding of these patterns and how they affect day-to-day functioning.

Read more about our approach here.

At what age can ADHD be diagnosed?

ADHD can be identified in childhood, although signs often become more noticeable once children are in structured settings such as school. Adults can also be assessed if difficulties have been present over time.