Wondering what actually happens in a child ADHD assessment?
This guide explains every step from intake to feedback, what your child does in session, what to bring, how long it takes, and how results translate into real support at home and school. Clear, calm and practical for families.

Hyperactivity grabs attention, so quiet daydreamers are often overlooked. This guide explains how girls mask ADHD, the subtle red flags at home and school, and the steps to accurate diagnosis and tailored support. Spotting these signs early protects confidence, closes learning gaps and sets girls up to thrive.

Friendships can be tricky when ADHD brings impulsivity, missed cues and emotional swings. This article explains common social hurdles by age, offers role-play and school strategies, shows how to handle rejection and conflict, and lists key resources so your child can build lasting, confidence-boosting connections.

Waiting for ADHD to “sort itself out” can drain family budgets, shrink learning opportunities and erode confidence. This article outlines the hidden costs—tutoring fees, widening skill gaps, daily conflicts—and shows parents how timely assessment, school supports and lifestyle tweaks protect both wallets and wellbeing.

Unsure how to tell your child they have ADHD? This guide shows you when, where and what to say—plus real-life scripts, teen tips, a one-minute speech your child can use, and resources that turn diagnosis into confidence. Empower your family with honesty and hope.

An ADHD assessment doesn’t have to be scary. Learn how to brief your child in positive language, set up the perfect sleep-food-movement routine, pack a “go bag,” rehearse calming strategies, and handle the post-session de-brief. Preparation transforms an unknown clinic visit into a confidence-building experience for everyone involved.

An ADHD diagnosis isn’t the end of the story—it’s the start of a new strategy. Learn how to spotlight your child’s strengths, fine-tune home and classroom environments, protect self-esteem, and build a winning support team so your child can truly thrive with ADHD.

ADHD, autism and anxiety can each look like fidgeting, distractibility or big emotions—yet the brain-based causes differ. This guide explains key symptoms, real-world case studies, at-home versus school clues and a parent checklist so you’ll know whether to monitor or seek a comprehensive assessment.

Not sure if your child’s quirks are a passing phase or something that needs professional attention? This guide shows you how to decide—step-by-step—using persistence, pervasiveness and impact. Learn the red-flags at each age, the hidden cost of “wait-and-see,” and when to act immediately.

As parents, we all wonder whether our child’s quirks are “just a phase” — or signs of something deeper like ADHD.

In our latest article, we break down 10 common signs of ADHD in children, from constant fidgeting and emotional outbursts to difficulties with focus and friendships.

If you’ve ever asked yourself:
👉 “Why can’t my child sit still?”
👉 “Why do they struggle with simple instructions?”
👉 “Could this be ADHD?”

Then this blog is for you.

What Happens in an ADHD Assessment? A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents