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Child & Teen Evaluations

The evaluation for children (4 years old +) and adolescents is designed to identify or rule-out attention, anxiety, or mood disorders and is completed during three 50-minute sessions.

Session 1:

  • Clinical interview with the child or adolescent
  • Clinical interview with the child or adolescent’s family
  • Review of the individual’s medical and family history
  • Review of psychosocial history

Session 2:

  • Interpretation of observations obtained through teacher behavior ratings and other school information
  • Discussion of educator concerns with the family
  • Consideration of all possible diagnoses including ADD/ADHD, adjustment, anxiety, behavior, conduct, and mood disorders
  • Consideration of possible co-existing disorders

Session 3:

  • Family and individual education about the diagnosis
  • Discussion of a management plan to address the individual’s specific needs

After the evaluation is completed, we prepare a written summary and recommendations unique to the strengths and needs of your individual child or teenager.

Collaboration and follow-up with the child or adolescent’s physician, educators, and family is available if needed to monitor effectiveness of management.

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