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[quote=Anonymous]Two of my kids have ADHD and learning disabilities (including in reading - decoding, phonetics; written expression; reading comprehension). For one child, we never would have found these issues without a neuropsych, as the child always did extremely well in school and figured out work-arounds. (But, this gets harder in MS and HS.) We also had a hard time recognizing the ADHD because neither was hyperactive or outwardly inattentive. The learning disabilities definitely triggered behavioral issues in one of our kids, and the tests helped explain that to us and the teachers. I definitely recommend a full neuropsych. It helped us pinpoint a bunch of issues in our kids -- some of which were resolved by therapy (OT, speech, tutoring in phonetics/decoding). It helped me understand what we could do to help our kids (therapy, tutoring) and could not (processing speed). It helped me better advocate for my kids. It helped my marriage -- I didn't have to "fight" for mental health services (behavioral therapy) with my husband. It can be a long, tough road. But the neruopsych will at least help peel back the onion to help you move forward in the direction(s) needed to help your child. We used Center for Assessment and Treatment (CAAT) and had a very good experience. About a 6-9 month wait.[/quote]
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