What you may be noticing
Any one of these can have many explanations. Patterns over time, across settings, and their impact on daily life matter more than a single behavior.
Frequent or intense meltdowns
Aggression or unsafe behavior
Difficulty with transitions
Behavior that differs greatly by setting
School discipline concerns
Family routines becoming hard to manage
Important context
Behavior communicates something. Good assessment looks for developmental, emotional, learning, sensory, relationship, and environmental contributors.
Evaluations commonly considered
The most appropriate evaluation depends on the questions you want answered. These are common pathways, not prescriptions.
ADHD Evaluation
An assessment of attention, impulse control, activity level, executive function, and how symptoms affect daily life.
Learn moreAutism Evaluation
A close look at social communication, behavior, development, and everyday functioning.
Learn moreWhat to gather before calling
A short timeline of concernsSchool or childcare observationsRelevant health and developmental historyPrior reports or intervention recordsYour three most important questionsExamples of strengths as well as difficulties