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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We already know about some issues but want to do a full neuropsych. We live in NOVA, but can travel. I want someone very patient. [b]My son has major issues with evaluations.[/b][/quote]

OP can you give more details on your son having issues with evaluations. Do you mean his ability to sit through an assessment? If this is the case, I totally get what you're saying.  My now 14yr old DS had his first evaluation at age 7.  Significant ADHD, combined with delayed gross + fine motor.

How did you get the current ADHD diagnosis? Was it through your pediatrician? In my non-medical opinion, 5yrs of age is a bit young for a full evaluation. I'm not saying it can't be done or hasn't been done, but you are less likely to get an accurate and complete set of results from a 5yr old with significant ADHD.  I know this because my DS had a really hard time getting through his evaluation at age 7, with a couple of the tests being "inconclusive" because of his inability to complete the tasks....and this was with his evaluation being spread out over 3 days.  Just something to consider.

If you really want to get a full eval now, I would suggest either Jody Bleiberg in Bethesda, http://www.bethesdaneuropsychology.com

...or Daisy Pasqualavaca in DC.  http://www.pascualvaca.com

Both of these doctors are excellent and very patient.

Also from my personal experience I would suggest also getting a comprehensive OT Evaluation, and speech evaluation.
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