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[quote=Anonymous]As a tutor, I have done this. Sometimes I just describe the behavior and suggest an assessment. Sometimes I mention a set of behaviors and also mention which specific disorders have those specific behaviors and recommend an assessment. I *always* emphasize that I am not qualified to make a diagnosis, but as a private teacher/tutor for over 20 years, I have worked with many, many students with and without disabilities, and so I am definitely qualified to notice behavioral or academic strengths/weaknesses. I actually think it would be unethical of me to keep my observations to myself. It is le keeping a secret from a parent. My job is not to diagnose, but I do view it as part of my job to share observations and explain what kind of professionals and process is available to sort out whether or not there is a diagnosis. [/quote]
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