Assessments
An accurate assessment is essential for understanding the unique challenges of each child or adult. It enables the creation of a personalized support plan to help individuals achieve their potential and improve quality of life.
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Psycho-educational Assessment: This assessment identifies learning difficulties, learning disabilities, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It provides an in-depth understanding of the child's or adolescent's unique academic and emotional challenges, along with practical recommendations for accommodations and support within the educational system.
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Autism Assessment: This assessment identifies characteristics of autism spectrum disorder, focusing on social, communicative, and emotional behaviors. The process provides a comprehensive understanding of the child's unique needs, enabling referrals to tailored programs and support to improve their functioning in social and educational settings.
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Psychological Assessment: This assessment examines the emotional and mental state of children and adults, addressing factors such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficulties with emotional regulation. It offers a broad overview of the individual’s mental health and provides recommendations for personalized therapeutic support.
Psycho-educational Assessment
What is a Psycho-Educational Assessment?
A psycho-educational assessment is a professional process that evaluates cognitive abilities (thinking skills) and academic functioning to identify learning difficulties, learning disabilities, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This assessment provides a deep understanding of the unique academic and emotional challenges of the child or adolescent, along with practical recommendations for accommodations and support within the educational system.
Who is the Assessment For?
Psycho-educational assessments are for children and adolescents who may be experiencing difficulties with academic performance, cognitive challenges, or emotional and behavioral concerns. These evaluations are well-suited for identifying learning styles, uncovering obstacles to success, and tailoring support to their unique needs.
The Benefits of Early and Accurate Assessment
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Accurate identification of learning disabilities and ADHD provides a clear understanding of cognitive and academic abilities.
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It offers practical recommendations for support and accommodations at school.
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Helps uncover the sources of academic and emotional challenges.
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Supports the development of a personalized plan tailored to the child’s unique needs.
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Facilitates collaboration between parents, teachers, and professionals for the child’s benefit.
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Provides tools for effectively addressing academic and social challenges.
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Encourages a sense of confidence and capability in children.
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Helps improve academic performance and strengthen the child’s emotional resilience.
What Does the Assessment Include?
Cognitive Evaluation:
Tests designed to assess abilities such as memory, concentration, problem-solving, and executive functions.
Evaluation of Learning Skills:
An assessment of reading, writing, math, and reading comprehension to identify learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.
Emotional and Social Evaluation:
An examination of how emotional factors like anxiety, self-image, or social challenges impact the child or adolescent's functioning.
Comprehensive Assessment Report:
A detailed professional document that includes assessment findings, diagnoses, and tailored recommendations for parents, teachers, and the educational system.
What to Expect in the Assessment
The psycho-educational assessment is conducted in several stages and is tailored to the needs of the child or adolescent.
Cognitive Evaluation:
Tests designed to assess abilities such as memory, concentration, problem-solving, and executive functions.
Evaluation of Learning Skills:
An assessment of reading, writing, math, and reading comprehension to identify learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.
Emotional and Social Evaluation:
An examination of how emotional factors like anxiety, self-image, or social challenges impact the child or adolescent's functioning.
Comprehensive Assessment Report:
A detailed professional document that includes assessment findings, diagnoses, and tailored recommendations for parents, teachers, and the educational system.
Take the first step toward an accurate and effective assessment