You, your pediatrician, and/or the school suspects that your child has ADHD. Now what? Before you have your child evaluated, ask yourself (and other professionals) these key questions to better understand ADHD and your vital role in the assessment process.
The evaluation process for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children stands apart from most other conditions’ diagnostic procedures in a few ways — most notably, in how much it demands from parents.
Clinicians rely on caregivers to describe their child’s symptoms, behaviors, and experiences to make the diagnosis. What’s more, parents are responsible for administering treatment, monitoring symptoms, and driving ongoing treatment decisions. In theCompare that to, for example, an eye exam, wherein an ophthalmologist determines whether the child needs corrective lenses and prescribes the solution — all without parental input.
As parents, your central role in the ADHD evaluation process requires strong, engaged advocacy to ensure the best outcomes for your child. Knowledge of ADHD is key to effective advocacy, as is knowing the right questions to ask yourself and other professionals before your child’s ADHD evaluation. https://ibcv2.internetbrands.com/auth/realms/webmd-content/protocol/openid-connect/auth?client_id=webmd-vim&response_type=code&scope=openid%20email%20profile&state=ZWRaaGo0WG9Ob293M0VZNmtnV3BYWDkxOTN5NW5DdWs=&redirect_uri=https://vim.webmd.comAt its simplest, ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity.
Understanding ADHD and its symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity will help you understand what professionals will look for during your child’s evaluation.
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