Mini-ADHD Assessment
Not ready for the extensive ADHD testing?
Want to know whether you might have ADHD before you commit?
Mini-ADHD assessments are the first step to see if you have enough symptoms of ADHD before committing to the extensive tests. Held virtually for all residents of California.
Do I actually have ADHD?
COMMON PROBLEM:
Some folks have worried that they have ADHD, but they aren’t sure. Perhaps they are distracted, but they don’t know why. Is it anxiety? Is it trauma? Is it actually ADHD?
TRUTH:
We can do a mini-assessment to see if you have enough symptoms of ADHD to suspect that you would be diagnosed with ADHD. This provides a cost-effective way to answer your diagnostic question before making a larger financial commitment.
ADHD is frustrating.
Undiagnosed ADHD can hold you back, leading to poor self-esteem, low work performance, unending procrastination, and frustration over the perceived inability to do it all like everyone else. A diagnosis matters because it can help you advocate for yourself and provide you with real-life skills to stay focused and calm.
Your ADHD might lead to:
Low self-esteem about your intelligence or ability in school or work.
Falling behind on work tasks and having a hard time following a to-do list.
Distraction and inability to stay on task for more extended periods of time followed by feelings of overwhelm with how much time you’ve lost.
Fear of timelines for school or work projects and struggling to keep up with assignments, tests, and scheduling demands.
Difficulty articulating your needs verbally with others.
Disconnected relationships because you are distracted and anxious most of the time.
Feedback from your peers, teachers, or colleagues that you have difficulty staying on task and following through with assignments.
Frustration with your own lack of focus.
Needing extra time with assignments and tests in order to perform at your best.
Does this sound like you? Start your mini-ADHD assessment today.
Who is a good fit for a Mini-ADHD evaluation?
A "mini" ADHD evaluation might be a good fit if you have a strong suspicion of ADHD based on a clear history of symptoms, but need a quick confirmation to guide initial treatment decisions. This streamlined assessment focuses on core ADHD symptoms and may be suitable for individuals with relatively straightforward presentations and minimal co-occurring conditions. While comprehensive evaluations offer a deeper dive and are recommended for complex cases, research suggests that focused assessments can be effective for initial screening and diagnosis in certain populations (Adler et al., 2006). A mini evaluation can provide a cost-effective and time-efficient way to start addressing potential ADHD symptoms.
Process of the Mini-ADHD Assessment?
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Free consultation
We start all assessments (even the mini ones) with a free 15-minute consultation with your psychologist.
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Get the test
We do the mini-assessments virtually. We schedule a session with a shortened clinical interview and then provide the test online.
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Get the results
We’ll write a short report of your results and then give you some feedback on our recommendations of the next steps.
Other ADHD Resources
Read more about ADHD diagnosis and treatment here.
Wondering if you might be ADHD but you aren’t sure? You can take our ADHD quiz here.
