A clear, practical checklist for what to gather and what to expect before your first ADHD assessment at Divit MindSpace — applies equally to child, teen, and adult assessments.
Write down the specific attention, focus, or behavior concerns you want to address — at home, at school or work, and in social settings. Include how long the concerns have been noticed and how they impact daily life. A short bullet list is enough; it does not need to be polished.
Bring any previous report cards, teacher comments, earlier psychological or medical reports, or prior therapy notes you have access to. For adults, a short timeline of education, work, and any earlier assessments is useful. These documents give the assessor important context.
List any medications currently taken (name, dose, frequency) and relevant health history — sleep patterns, recent life stressors, known medical conditions. This helps the clinician interpret results accurately.
If we send pre-assessment questionnaires, complete them before the visit. Filling them at home — in your own time, without the pressure of the clinic — produces more accurate answers and saves appointment time for the interview.
A full ADHD assessment typically runs 2 to 3 hours across one or two visits, depending on age and complexity. Bring water, a snack, and — for children — a small familiar object or book for breaks.
For children and teens, parent input is essential. For adults, an optional support person (spouse, parent, close friend) can offer useful day-to-day observations during the interview.
After testing, our clinician schedules a results-discussion session. You'll receive a written report, a diagnostic conclusion where applicable, and a tailored next-step plan — which may include counseling, cognitive therapy, parental training, or school-liaison support.
