Why Get Your Child Tested?

A comprehensive ADHD assessment provides more than a diagnosis, it gives you a roadmap for understanding how your child learns and what supports will help them succeed.

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Signs of ADHD in Children

Understanding the two main types of ADHD, inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive, can help you recognize early signs.

Inattentive Symptoms

Frequently loses things (homework, pencils, toys)
Makes careless mistakes or overlooks details
Appears to “tune out” during conversations
Has difficulty following multi-step directions

Hyperactive / Impulsive Symptoms

Constantly on the move or fidgeting
Struggles to wait their turn
Talks excessively or rushes through tasks
Acts before thinking about consequences

These patterns can affect executive functioning in children, the mental skills used for organization, time management, and emotional control. Early ADHD testing for children helps identify these challenges before they lead to academic frustration or behavior concerns.

What Happens During ADHD Testing?

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Parent Interview

We gather background details about school performance, attention span, and behavior at home.

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Teacher Input

When appropriate, we collect feedback from teachers to understand classroom functioning.

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Testing Sessions

Your child completes standardized tasks that measure attention, impulse control, and executive functioning.

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Scoring & Interpretation

We analyze results from multiple sources to form a clear picture of how ADHD may affect learning or behavior.

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Feedback & Report

You’ll receive a detailed report and recommendations for next steps, including therapy options and school accommodations.

Testing sessions are relaxed and age-appropriate — we make sure children feel safe, supported, and proud of their effort.

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FAQs: Childhood ADHD Testing

How is ADHD diagnosed in kids?

A diagnosis is based on clinical interviews, standardized tests, and input from both parents and teachers. We evaluate attention, activity level, and impulse control using tools designed specifically for executive functioning in children.

What are the Benefits of ADHD Testing?

Differentiating between attention issues, anxiety, or learning challenges
Identifying strengths your child can build on
Creating documentation for 504 Plan testing or an IEP
Helping teachers adapt classroom strategies
Reducing family stress by understanding behaviors more clearly

When parents and educators understand how ADHD affects thinking, emotions, and classroom behavior, children feel seen, not blamed.

Will the school accept private testing results?

Yes. Most schools accept private testing to support 504 plan testing or IEP requests. Your child’s report will include data and recommendations that teachers can use to make meaningful accommodations.

What’s the difference between ADHD and behavior problems?

While behavior problems are often situational, ADHD stems from neurological differences in focus, organization, and regulation. A mood or behavioral assessment can also help rule out overlapping concerns.

Does ADHD testing include recommendations for treatment?

Absolutely. Your clinician will review both the data and your child’s environment to create a practical plan that may include parent coaching, school strategies, or therapy options.

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At Indigo, we're serious about smashing barriers to mental health care. We believe therapy should be actually accessible. That's why we're all in on accepting insurance. Because true inclusivity means ensuring everyone can step into our space, get the support they need, and not stress about the price. It's healthcare, plain and simple. And we're here to make it available to literally everyone.