Package 6: Combined Adult Autism and ADHD Assessment
At Brilliant Minds Psychology, we provide a unique experience for Autism and ADHD assessments. We follow a gold standard assessment approach. ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) is a developmental disability that impacts both children and adults alike. ASD is identified with difficulties in social communication and interaction, developing and maintaining relationships, repetitive patterns of behaviour, restricted interests,as well as often experiencing sensory sensitivity. Such identified difficulties are known to create significant impairment in important aspects of an individuals life, such as home, learning environment, the workplace and interacting in the community.
ADHD is a neurodevelopment disorder, with a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development at home, work and in community engagement.
ADHD is a commonly occurring diagnosis with ASD and as such can be extremely useful to assess their presence simultaneously.
A dual assessment will provide an understanding of the cognitive strengths and areas of need, as well as provide a pathway for supports and necessary recommendations. Please note that this assessment does not guarantee a diagnosis of ASD and ADHD.
The Adult Autism and ADHD Assessment package includes the following:
Session 1: Adult Clinical DSM-5-TR Diagnostic ASD Intake Interview (2 hours) - Prior to your first appointment a series of questionnaires are required to be completed to further assess social skill and adaptive functioning.
Session 2: Adult Clinical DSM-5-TR Diagnostic ADHD Intake Session (2 Hours)
Session 3: Cognitive Assessment using WAIS-IV (2 Hours) - This is essential for an accurate diagnosis.
Session 4: Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule - 2nd Edition (ADOS-2), Module 4 Testing (1 Hour)
Session 5: ADHD Computerised Test (1 Hour) Involves both visual and auditory attention assessment
Session 6: Feedback Session (1 Hour)
A Comprehensive Autism & ADHD written report is provided as part of this package. Please note that there is a two to three week turn around for report writing. There is a four week turnaround for report writing if the assessment is completed with a Provisional Psychologist. You will be provided with this information at the time of booking an assessment.
Based on 17 hours of clinician time, inclusive of a written report)A $500 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking
This assessment is not covered by Medicare. If you have private health insurance, please contact your provider to see how much they can cover for you. The private health code for assessment is 100