ASSESSMENT OF ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER WITH OR WITHOUT HYPERACTIVITY (ADHD)
AN EFFECTIVE WAY TO TAKE BACK CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE
What is ADHD?
Attention deficit disorder with or without hyperactivity (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulty in modulating attention (inattention), behaviors (impulsive actions and speech), or movements (motor hyperactivity) (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).The situation in Quebec
The most recent research on ADHD from the Quebec Integrated Chronic Disease Surveillance System shows a steady increase in ADHD over time. In 2015-2016, there were 240,535 children and young adults aged 1 to 24 years in Quebec with a diagnosis of ADHD (INSPQ, 2019).
Signs of ADHD:
- Difficulty concentrating
- Agitation
- Impulsivity
- Difficulty performing tasks
- Sense of disorganization
- Low frustration tolerance
- Mood swings
- Tantrums
- Difficulty managing stress
- You are in an unstable relationship
The most important benefit of having an ADHD assessment is to gain a better understanding of yourself or your child.
ADHD assessment for children (6 to 15 years old)
What this profile includes:
- 30-minute consultation with the mental health liaison nurse
- 60-minute telemedicine consultation with a mental health nurse practitioner
- Analysis of the form completed by a parent
- Analysis of the form completed by the teacher
- Analysis of the self-evaluation form (13 years and older)
- ADHD Assessment
- Prescription of medication (if needed)
- Medical certificate (if required)
- Update your health status
ADHD assessment for adults (16 years and older)
What this profile includes:
- 30-minute consultation with the mental health liaison nurse
- 60-minute telemedicine consultation with a mental health nurse practitioner
- Analysis of the form filled out by a relative
- Analysis of the form completed by a parent
- Analysis of the self-evaluation form
- ADHD Assessment
- Prescription of medication (if needed)
- Medical certificate (if required)
- Update your health status