ADHD Assessment for Adults at Baggot Street Lower
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Adult ADHD Assessment now available!
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Our ADHD and ASD Assessment Services are only available at our Baggot Street Lower Clinic.
What is an ADHD Assessment?
ADHD assessments for adults (18+) at Centric Mental Health provide a comprehensive ADHD diagnostic assessment, as well as feedback and advice on the next steps.
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental difference falling under the category of ‘neurodiversity’, a term used to consider the natural differences in brain functioning in the human population. It affects approximately 2.5% of adults. The core traits of ADHD include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity, which can lead to difficulties in various areas of life.
Depending on their age and life stage, people with ADHD can struggle in areas such as education, managing relationships with friends and family, the workplace, managing finances and general day-to-day organisation. These functional difficulties can have a significant impact on daily life; however, with the correct supports and an understanding of how ADHD links to differences in functioning, you can learn to manage.
Who should attend the Adult ADHD Assessment?
In addition to attending the Adult ADHD Assessment yourself, an informant who knows you very well is also required to attend (virtually or in person). This person will help us gather important information about you now and when you were younger.
The informant can include:
- A partner
- Parent
- Family member
- Lifetime friend
How do the Adult ADHD Assessments work?
Adult ADHD assessments are completed by our mental health team and will include the following:
| Pre-Assessment Screening | Online questionnaires for you and your informant, completed before the assessment. We also ask you to send in any previous assessment reports and school reports. |
| First Session | An initial 1.5-hour online clinical interview with you. (Your informant can also attend, if you feel it would be helpful.) |
| Second Session | This is a 1.5-hour in-person diagnostic assessment, which requires an informant to be present. (They can attend online or in person) |
| Feedback Session | A 45-minute follow-up online feedback session. |
What will I get from this assessment?
For Adult ADHD Assessments, you will be provided a one-to-one feedback session with the psychologist who will review the ADHD Assessment report with you. This report will either rule in or out a diagnosis of ADHD. This report will also provide tailored suggestions to improve your well-being based on your strengths and additional resources and services. Should you meet the criteria for a diagnosis of ADHD, you will be offered therapeutic support through Centric Mental Health. Should you not receive a diagnosis of ADHD, your Psychologist will discuss further options with you.
What is not included in the assessment?
Please note that we cannot provide psychiatric medication. If medication is necessary, it will be discussed between you and the assessing psychologist and onward referral to a psychiatrist or paediatrician will be required.
How much does the Adult ADHD Assessment cost?
| Adult ADHD Assessment
This service is for adults aged 18+ |
€1,350 |
*Please note, that a cancellation fee of 100% applies if you do not provide more than 5 working days’ notice.
Read the TERMS & CONDITIONS here.
For more information or to request an appointment, please fill out our Enquiry Form located on the right side of the page.
You can also reach out to us at [email protected] or call 01 611 1719.
