A Child and Adolescent ADHD Evaluation at LC Psych is a comprehensive psychological and academic assessment designed to determine whether Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is present in a child or teenager, understand its specific presentat…
A Child and Adolescent ADHD Evaluation at LC Psych is a comprehensive psychological and academic assessment designed to determine whether Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is present in a child or teenager, understand its specific presentation and severity, and identify any co-occurring conditions that may be contributing to the child's difficulties. ADHD presents differently across developmental stages and in different settings — a thorough evaluation accounts for this complexity rather than relying on any single test or observation.
For many families, the road to an evaluation begins with teacher reports of inattention or behavioral disruption, escalating homework battles at home, a child who is clearly bright but performing below expectations, or a young person who is socially struggling in ways that don't fully make sense. The evaluation process at LC Psych is designed to provide clarity — not just a diagnosis, but a genuine understanding of your child's strengths and needs that can be translated directly into practical support at home and at school.
The child ADHD evaluation at LC Psych uses a multi-method, multi-informant approach, which research consistently shows to be the most accurate and reliable way to assess for ADHD in young people. Parent rating scales gather detailed information about the child's behavior across a wide range of settings and domains. Teacher rating scales — completed by current educators — provide the school-based perspective that is essential for an accurate ADHD diagnosis. Clinical interviews are conducted with both parents and the child, with interview content adapted to the child's age and developmental level.
Cognitive testing assesses intellectual ability and identifies the cognitive profiles associated with ADHD, including working memory and processing speed vulnerabilities. Academic achievement testing evaluates reading, writing, and mathematics performance to identify any learning disabilities that may be co-occurring with ADHD. A continuous performance test may be administered to assess sustained attention and impulse control under standardized conditions. The full battery is tailored to the specific referral questions and the child's individual presentation.
Children and adolescents who are struggling at school — whether academically, behaviorally, or socially — despite having age-appropriate intelligence and adequate educational support are strong candidates for a comprehensive ADHD evaluation. If your child's teachers have raised concerns about attention, impulse control, or disruptive behavior, if homework completion has become a daily battle, or if your child seems to work much harder than peers for comparable results, these are meaningful signals worth exploring professionally.
ADHD evaluations are also warranted when a child is experiencing peer relationship difficulties that may be related to impulsivity, poor social reading, or hyperactive behavior; when a teenager is showing declining motivation and performance as academic demands increase in middle or high school; or when a parent suspects that their child's emotional volatility or frustration intolerance may have a neurological basis. An evaluation is not a criticism of your child or your parenting — it is a tool for building understanding that leads to better support.
Following the evaluation, LC Psych provides a comprehensive written psychological report prepared by the evaluating psychologist. The report is written in accessible language and includes a summary of testing results, diagnostic conclusions, and a detailed set of recommendations tailored to your child's specific profile. Recommendations typically address academic accommodations (including IEP and 504 Plan eligibility), behavioral strategies for home and school, therapy referrals when clinically indicated, and medication evaluation referrals when appropriate.
A feedback session is held with parents (and the child, in an age-appropriate manner) to walk through the report together, answer questions, and ensure that you leave with a clear and confident understanding of what the evaluation found and what to do next. LC Psych psychologists take care to translate clinical findings into practical guidance that is genuinely useful for families navigating school systems, behavioral challenges, and the day-to-day realities of raising a child with ADHD.
If you are concerned about your child's attention, behavior, academic performance, or overall functioning, an evaluation is a powerful first step toward understanding and support. LC Psych's licensed psychologists have extensive experience evaluating children and adolescents across a wide range of ages and presentations. To schedule an evaluation or ask questions about the process, call 859-525-4911 or visit lcpsych.com. Your child deserves to be understood — and that understanding starts here.
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Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist
6900 Houston Rd.
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Florence, KY 41042
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