A Cognitive Assessment will cover:
- Verbal Reasoning: Ability to use and understand words and being able to apply them to form a verbal concept, expression and reasoning.
- Visual Spatial: Ability to take in visual details and understand their relationship in a space or how they are constructed. Understanding of the relationships between parts and a whole and integration of visual and motor skills.
- Fluid Reasoning: Ability to see to relationship between visual objects and apply the concept.
- Working Memory: Ability to hold visual and auditory information in mind while working on other tasks as well as demonstrating attention and concentration.
- Processing Speed: Speed and accuracy of visual scanning and identifying visual objects, short-term memory, and visual-motor coordination.
A cognitive assessment can be undertaken from 3 years of age provided the child has the capability to communicate with the assessor. Cognitive Assessments can also be provided to adolescents and adults.
An Educational Assessment will cover:
- Reading: Comprehension and decoding
- Written Expression
- Spelling
- Listening comprehension
- Oral expressive skills
- Mathematics: Operation and reasoning
- Academic fluency: Speed of reading, writing and calculating
Educational Screening assessments can be undertaken from Prep (VIC) or Kindy (NSW) but this is not considered a diagnostic tool. To make a diagnostic Educational Screening Assessment, the child must have completed Year/Grade 2 and include other special preconditions.
ADHD Assessments
We offer comprehensive diagnostic services specifically designed for children and adolescents who may be experiencing symptoms of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Our assessment covers a range of aspects to understand the full picture of the child or adult, including attention, impulsivity, behaviour, and sleep patterns.
With our expert analysis, parents and healthcare professionals can gain a deeper understanding of their child's unique needs and develop a personalised treatment plan in an effort to maximises their potential. At our clinic, we take a holistic approach to ADHD, recognising that every child or adult is different and requires a tailored approach to their diagnosis and treatment. With our state-of-the-art facilities and highly trained staff, we help to uncover the underlying causes that may be contributing to ADHD symptoms.
