Evaluaciones de déficit atencional e hiperactividad (TDAH)
ADD & ADHD Evaluations
Evaluaciones de déficit atencional e hiperactividad (TDAH)
ADD & ADHD Evaluations
Psychological Testing for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD) for Adults
Not being able to pay attention or sit still sucks no matter how old you are.
When you were a child, it meant bad grades, misbehaving in class, frequent notes and calls from teachers and endless school conferences about your child’s performance and behavior problems, difficulties making friends, getting in trouble often, and not feeling great about yourself or your abilities. Now that you’re older, the problems are slightly different but the end result is still the same – your attention, concentration, and impulsivity problems are hurting you in multiple areas of your life.
Symptoms of ADHD can affect people well into adulthood.
At work, it means running late to meetings, losing things, not paying attention to details, forgetting to return calls or emails, a messy desk, and missing deadlines. At home, you start but don’t finish chores, forget to things back where they belong, and you lose track of important dates like birthdays and anniversaries. You know you’re driving your boss and partner crazy, but you just can’t help it.
Psychological testing for ADHD in adults might be the answer you’re looking for.
Believe it or not… the questionnaires that pediatricians, primary doctors, psychiatrists, and neurologists have you (or your parents) fill out can’t accurately diagnose ADHD. A psychological evaluation is the only way to really know if an adult meets the criteria for ADHD. The results of psychological testing provide information about the type of attention deficit (e.g. ADD vs ADHD; visual, auditory, or both), severity, specific areas of strength and weakness, and recommendations for treatment.
All this information gives you more options.
You’ll have the information that your doctors need to make decisions about medications and ongoing treatment. Formal psychological testing will also make you eligible for academic accommodations (e.g. extra time, note taker, use of calculator, etc.) if you’re in school or plan on taking a major standardized exam. At work and at home, your boss and partner will have a better understanding of the accommodations and support you need to thrive.
Psychological testing for ADHD in adults might be the answer you’re looking for.
Believe it or not… the questionnaires that pediatricians, primary doctors, psychiatrists, and neurologists have you (or your parents) fill out can’t accurately diagnose ADHD. A psychological evaluation is the only way to really know if an adult meets the criteria for ADHD. The results of psychological testing provide information about the type of attention deficit (e.g. ADD vs ADHD; visual, auditory, or both), severity, specific areas of strength and weakness, and recommendations for treatment.
All this information gives you more options.
You’ll have the information that your doctors need to make decisions about medications and ongoing treatment. Formal psychological testing will also make you eligible for academic accommodations (e.g. extra time, note taker, use of calculator, etc.) if you’re in school or plan on taking a major standardized exam. At work and at home, your boss and partner will have a better understanding of the accommodations and support you need to thrive.
You don’t have to keep struggling with the symptoms of ADHD.
Centrally located in Miami, FL, our team of licensed psychologists can conduct these psychological evaluations for ADHD in adults in both English and Spanish. As former teachers and neuropsychologists that worked for Miami-Dade County Schools, they have extensive knowledge of psychoeducational testing criteria required by private and public universities, the College Board, HR departments, professional licensing boards and exams, and other similar organizations.
An evaluation for school-related ADD/ADHD testing includes:
- Background & information gathering session with the licensed psychologist and client
- 2 – 4 sessions of 2 – 4 hours each for test administration, depending on the client’s age and length of breaks
- 2 days to score, process, and analyze test results
- 20 – 30 minute call for follow-up questions
- 5 – 7 days to write the final report
- 90-minute Feedback session with parent(s) or adult client to review results and recommendations
Total Time for completion = 15 working days*
An evaluation for non-school related ADD/ADHD testing (e.g. adults) includes:
- Background & information gathering session with the licensed psychologist and the client
- 1 session of 2 – 3 hours each for test administration
- 2 days to score, process, and analyze test results
- 20 – 30 minute call for follow-up questions>
- 5 – 7 days to write the final report
- 30 – 45 minutes Feedback session with the client to review results and recommendations
Total Time for completion = 15 working days*
*After completion of test administration. Rushed reports are available, subject to an additional fee.
Please Note:
The same intelligence test cannot be repeated within 12 months. If you are being re-tested, please let us know which IQ test was previously administered in advance. Failure to do so will lead to the invalidation of the results of our psychological evaluation.
You probably have more questions about our ADD/ADHD testing.
Here are some of the most common questions that people ask us about our ADD/ADHD evaluations.
What is the cost for ADD/ADHD testing?
At our office, the cost of ADD/ADHD testing varies.
- School/academic-related ADHD testing is $2800 USD.
- Non-school-related ADHD testing is $725 USD.
The main difference between the two types of evaluations is that our school/academic-related evaluations comply with the testing requirements of public schools, universities, and national standardized testing services for those seeking accommodations. This makes it a lengthier evaluation and accounts for the difference in cost.
We’re also able to able to have your report completed within 15 business days as opposed to others that can take much longer. Faster turnaround is possible and subject to an additional rush fee.
There’s a $300 USD non-refundable scheduling fee for the ADD/ADHD testing to cover the time spent in preparation for the testing session.
Are ADD/ADHD evaluations covered by my insurance?
For ADD/ADHD testing to confirm the diagnosis and need for medication or qualify for workplace accomodations (i.e. not related to academics/school), it is likely that insurance will cover the costs of this evaluation. We will give you a superbill receipt to submit to your insurance company to recover some of the costs.
Why is ADD/ADHD testing so expensive?
Testing to determine whether you have/don’t have ADD/ADHD and if you’d benefit from medication (i.e. nothing related to school/academics), is much less time-consuming and not as labor-intensive. Here’s a breakdown of the number of hours it takes to complete one of these:
- 45-minute initial interview to gather clinical history
- 90-minutes of testing
- 30-minutes to score testing, analyze results, and review any relevant records
- 90-minutes of report writing and proof-reading
- 30-minute Feedback session to review results and answers questions
That’s about 4 to 5 hours of the psychologist’s time. Most charge $200 to $250 per hour for testing, which means a fair price in Miami-Dade is somewhere between $800 to $1250.
How can I prepare for testing?
Make sure you get a good night’s rest and a healthy, well-balanced meal before testing. Avoid staying up late, watching scary movies, having caffeine, or deviating from your normal routine. That’s all the prep you need.
Should I take my ADD medication on the day of my evaluation?
If you take medications for attention difficulties, you should not take those medications on the days of your evaluation. The only exception is if you take Atomoxetine (Strattera) which you can take on as usual. All other medications can be taken as usual.
What tests are used in your ADD/ADHD evaluations?
If the reason for testing is not school-related and for the purpose of diagnosis and making a decision about medication, an ADD/ADHD evaluation will include:
- Clinical history and a review of relevant records
- Neuropsychological tests of executive functioning
All of this takes about 2 to 4 hours on average and can help you and your doctors determine a diagnosis of ADD/ADHD and make informed decisions about whether medication is appropriate for you.
Will the ADD/ADHD evaluation give diagnosis, recommendations, etc.?
Yes. Our evaluations address the client’s clinical history, explain all the test administered and results, draw conclusions that integrate the clinical history and test results, provide any applicable diagnoses, and offer recommendations and next steps to follow through with.
Can ADD/ADHD testing get me accommodations on SAT, ACT, LSAT, GRE, MCAT, etc.?
Accommodations on standardized exams (e.g. SAT, ACT, APs, LSAT, GRE, GMAT, MCAT, FL Bar, etc.) require specific tests beyond what we normally administer for Adult AD/HD evaluations. Our team is aware of these requirements and has access to and experience administering these tests. If you are seeking accommodations in an educational setting, on national standardized or professional licensure exams, a neuropsychoeducational evaluation will meet your needs.
How long are ADD/ADHD evaluations good for?
About 3 years on average. It’s really up to the organization that’s using your evaluation’s results. We’ve seen some places want an evaluation no older than 1 year and others that accepted an evaluation that was 5 years old.
What makes you qualified to do ADD/ADHD testing?
Our doctors are all licensed psychologists in the state of Florida. You can verify their licenses with Florida’s Department of Health using this link. Our team has worked for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, large universities in Miami, and in the EAP/HR departments of corporate businesses. They have a comprehensive understanding of Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.
Call or schedule a Consult to learn more and get pricing for this evaluation.
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