ADHD Evaluation in Nova Scotia
Get the Right Diagnosis with a Comprehensive ADHD Evaluation
Get clarity, answers, and an expert report to help your child succeed at home and at school.
Your child or teen can succeed—even if it’s hard for them to focus, follow instructions, or stay on task.
Our comprehensive ADHD evaluation helps determine whether those struggles are due to ADHD or something else — like anxiety or a learning disorder. You’ll receive a clear diagnosis (if applicable), a school-ready report, and expert recommendations within 2–4 weeks.
Common signs of ADHD include:
Difficulty staying focused or on task
Trouble listening, causing them to miss important details
Difficulty finishing what they start
Appearing absentminded, forgetful, or losing track of things
Feeling restless or fidgety
Becoming bored easily
Tendency to rush through tasks causing them to make careless mistakes
Acting impulsively or quickly before thinking
Difficulty waiting
Tendency to interrupt people
But are your child or teen’s struggles due to ADHD?
But, it’s essential to accurately determine whether the child or teen’s symptoms are due to ADHD and not another condition that can look like ADHD.
Because what’s not as commonly known is that ADHD shares similar symptoms to other medical, emotional, and learning disorders. Additionally, some medications can also cause symptoms similar to ADHD.
So unless your child or teen is properly assessed, these other concerns can get overlooked. Leading to a misdiagnosis and a treatment strategy that may not be what your child actually needs.
A comprehensive ADHD evaluation can get you the answers you and your child need.
ADHD is a medical condition that can be successfully managed with behavioural, environmental, and sometimes medical strategies.
But, ADHD can’t be diagnosed with a single questionnaire, a brief interview, a blood test, or an X-ray.
Instead, you need a thorough ADHD evaluation that gathers information from a variety of sources. This approach provides a complete picture of your child’s cognitive, emotional, and behavioural functioning. So you get an accurate diagnosis.
Our comprehensive ADHD evaluation includes gathering information from a variety of sources, such as:
Interviews with teachers, you or other caregivers, and your child or teen
Review of your child’s collateral history (medical, school)
Behavioural observations during the interview and ADHD testing
Results from standardized assessment tools and questionnaires
Book an ADHD evaluation at one of our Nova Scotia clinics. No referral needed. Most families receive their results within 2–4 weeks.
Our comprehensive ADHD assessment is tailored to your child’s situation.
Unlike a brief interview or ADHD screen, our comprehensive ADHD evaluation isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach.
Instead, we tailor our ADHD assessment to address your child or teen’s specific needs and referral questions. For instance, we’ll include a learning evaluation or psychoeducational assessment as part of the ADHD testing if your child is struggling academically.
This personalized approach allows us to get a better understanding of your child, their struggles, and their strengths. So we can identify what’s contributing to their problems and provide strategies, tools, and recommendations that will help them thrive.
Our comprehensive ADHD assessment approach enables our ADHD experts to help you and your child:
Rule out other causes or conditions that mimic ADHD
Accurately diagnose ADHD if it is present
Identify any coexisting conditions, like a behavioural, emotional, or learning disorder
Understand your child’s behavioural, emotional, and learning strengths
Get the support they need through treatment recommendations and strategies tailored to your child’s unique needs.
Our ADHD experts can help you get the answers and support you and your child need.
Our experts are licensed psychologists trained in assessment, learning, and ADHD.
As a result, we understand the importance of providing a comprehensive evaluation that can correctly identify what’s contributing to your child or teen’s struggles. So you get the insights, strategies, and tools you need to help your child achieve their personal best.
Additionally, we create a safe, supportive environment so your child or teen feels comfortable, relaxed, and motivated during the ADHD testing.
Because we take a comprehensive approach to understanding your child’s functioning, including strengths, many children report the process helps them feel empowered or that they can be a learner.
ADHD Assessment: Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral for ADHD testing?
No referral is required to book with our Truro or Stellarton clinic.
However, some insurance providers may request one for reimbursement, so we recommend checking with your plan directly.
What’s included in an ADHD assessment?
Each comprehensive ADHD assessment includes:
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A clinical interview with parents or caregivers
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Review of school and developmental history
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Standardized behavior and attention testing
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Written diagnostic report with school-ready recommendations
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Optional follow-up call with our psychologist
How long does the process take?
Most families complete the evaluation process within 2–4 weeks from the initial appointment.
The timeline may vary depending on availability, testing needs, and how quickly paperwork is completed.
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Get the right diagnosis and personalized recommendations so your child or teen can thrive.
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