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ADHD Testing - What Does ADHD Testing Involve?

Preparing for the ADHD Evaluation

By , About.com Guide

Updated March 27, 2009

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Checklist of Items to Bring to Evaluation

  • Your complete list of notes
  • Report cards and notes from the school
  • Names and contact information for teachers and any other adults involved in a supervisory role with your child such as in after-school programs
  • Any prior testing results such as IQ testing, achievement tests, personality assessments, and any previous ADHD evaluations
  • Individualized education plans, if available
  • Medical history and contact information for pediatrician
  • Insurance information

Sources:

Arthur D. Anastopoulos, PhD and Terri L. Shelton, PhD. Assessing Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Kluwer Academic/Plenum Publishers. 2001.

Russell A. Barkley, PhD. Taking Charge of ADHD: The Complete Authoritative Guide for Parents. The Guildford Press. 2005.

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