The ADHD Diagnostic Journey: What Parents and Providers Need to Know

Learn how to get a proper ADHD assessment for your child. It covers why online tests arenโ€™t reliable, what a full psychological evaluation involves, and how the results help you support your child effectively.

In this module, we explore the intricate journey of diagnosing ADHD in children, equipping parents and providers with the essential knowledge needed to navigate this process. From understanding the limitations of online tests to the importance of comprehensive psychological evaluations, this module breaks down each step of the ADHD assessment, ensuring parents feel informed and confident as they advocate for their childโ€™s needs.

Common Pain Points

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Misleading Online Assessments

Many parents turn to quick online tests, only to receive misleading or unreliable results. These assessments often lack the depth and accuracy needed for diagnosing a condition like ADHD, leading to confusion and frustration.

Navigating the Complex Diagnostic Process

The ADHD diagnostic journey can feel overwhelming, with multiple steps, tests, and professionals involved. Without clear guidance, parents often struggle to understand what assessments are necessary and why.

Understanding Comorbid Conditions

ADHD is often confused with or overlaps other mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. Parents may feel uncertain about whether their childโ€™s symptoms point to ADHD or something else, complicating the path to an accurate diagnosis.

A word from our Families

When looking for information on children’s mental health, parents can feel frantic and hasty to understand what’s happening with their child. There’s a sense of hopelessness coupled with the worry, “Is my child the only one going through this?” Dr. Maya’s calm and welcoming demeanor provides an unsaid sense of normalcy. It’s as if she’s reassuring us, โ€œHey, I’ve seen this before. We can approach these topics calmly together because I know there is light at the end of the tunnel.โ€ The “Get Started” process is super easy to use too. It feels like you’re building a recipe for the areas where your child needs help. This is the kind of information that someone would expect to have in a therapy session, so you get the experience of therapy without any requirement beyond a monthly commitment of $50. Because of this I think that Pathformers is a solid investment for parents and anyone else looking for information on child psychology.

Kristyn and Laron J.

Kristyn and Laron J.

I am so appreciative of the Pathformers initiative!! In conversations with friends who have children, we are always questioning whether some behaviors are normal, worrisome, or not. I am struck by how very little information pediatricians give to parents on mental health and what is normal for children to do and when you need to seek help. Pathformers gives us a place to turn to answer those questions. It provides families with research-based and trustworthy information to help with their kidsโ€™ mental health.

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Patricia and Aldo B.

Module Benefits

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Clear Guidance on ADHD Assessments

This module provides a detailed roadmap for navigating the ADHD diagnostic process, from the initial intake to comprehensive psychological testing, ensuring parents know exactly what to expect and why each step is essential.

Holistic Understanding of ADHD

Youโ€™ll gain insights into the full spectrum of assessments that go beyond just attention deficits, covering cognitive, emotional, social, and academic functioningโ€”empowering you to advocate for the best support for your child.

Confidence in Choosing the Right Provider

By understanding the importance of specialized psychological testing, parents will be better equipped to choose providers with the right credentials and expertise, ensuring a thorough and accurate diagnosis.

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