ADHD

• An ADHD assessment is a comprehensive evaluation conducted by trained professionals, such as psychologists, psychiatrists, or neurologists, to diagnose Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in individuals who exhibit symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
• An ADHD assessment is a multi-faceted process that involves gathering information from multiple sources, evaluating symptoms and functioning across different domains, and ruling out alternative explanations for the individual's difficulties.
• The goal is to provide an accurate diagnosis and develop an individualized treatment plan to help the individual manage their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life.

IQ

Overview: An IQ assessment is administered by trained professionals, such as psychologists or educational specialists, and is used to provide insight into an individual's intellectual functioning. While IQ tests are often associated with academic settings, they can also be used in clinical, occupational, or research contexts to assess cognitive abilities and identify areas of strength and weakness.

Components of an IQ Assessment:

1. Verbal Comprehension: This component assesses an individual's ability to understand and use language effectively. It may include tasks such as vocabulary questions, analogies, and comprehension of written passages.
2. Perceptual Reasoning: Perceptual reasoning measures an individual's ability to solve visual and spatial problems. Tasks in this domain might involve pattern recognition, visual puzzles, and spatial reasoning.
3. Working Memory: Working memory refers to the ability to hold and manipulate information in the mind over short periods. Tasks assessing working memory may include digit span (remembering sequences of numbers), letter-number sequencing, and other exercises that require mental manipulation of information.
4. Processing Speed: Processing speed evaluates how quickly an individual can process and respond to information. Tasks in this domain may involve timed exercises such as symbol coding or pattern matching.