ADHD Assessments in Edmonton for Children & Teens

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ADHD Assessments in Edmonton for Every Person.

When your child struggles to focus, forgets instructions, melts down over homework, or seems constantly “on the go,” it can leave you wondering:

Is this just personality?

Is it anxiety?

Is it ADHD?

Our comprehensive ADHD assessments help you understand what’s truly happening — so you can move from confusion to clarity.

We serve families across Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Beaumont, Leduc, and surrounding Alberta communities.

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What Is an ADHD Assessment?

An ADHD assessment is a thorough psychological evaluation that looks at:

  • Attention and concentration

  • Impulse control

  • Hyperactivity

  • Executive functioning

  • Emotional regulation

  • Academic impact

  • Behaviour at home and school

ADHD is more than being “busy” or distracted. It affects how a child organizes, initiates, regulates, and completes tasks — often impacting confidence, relationships, and school performance.

Our goal is not just to diagnose.

Our goal is to understand your child.

ADHD and Executive Functioning

ADHD often impacts executive functioning skills like:

  • Organization

  • Working memory

  • Task initiation

  • Emotional regulation

  • Planning ahead

Sometimes children don’t meet full ADHD criteria but still struggle significantly with executive functioning. Our assessments clarify what supports are most appropriate.

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Signs your child or teen may need an ADHD assessment

You may notice:

  • Difficulty staying focused

  • Frequent careless mistakes

  • Trouble following multi-step instructions

  • Constant movement or restlessness

  • Emotional outbursts

  • Poor time management

  • Homework battles every night

  • Strong intelligence but inconsistent results

  • Teachers raising concerns about attention or behaviour

Some children appear inattentive and quiet.

Others are highly active and impulsive.

Some are both.

An ADHD assessment helps determine whether symptoms meet diagnostic criteria — or whether something else (like anxiety, learning differences, or sensory challenges) may be contributing.

What Does the Assessment Include?

No two kids are the same, and neither are the questions families bring to us. Below are the main types of assessments we offer through our Edmonton clinic. Each has a dedicated page with more information.

Step 1: Parent Intake & Developmental History

We explore early development, behaviour patterns, family history, and current concerns.

Step 2: Standardized Attention & Executive Function Testing

This may include:

  • Cognitive testing (e.g., WISC-V)

  • Attention and processing tasks

  • Executive functioning measures

  • Behavioural rating scales (parent & teacher forms)

Step 3: Academic Screening (if needed)

If learning concerns are present, we may recommend additional academic testing or a full psychoeducational assessment.

Step 4: Diagnostic Clarification

We determine whether your child meets criteria for:

  • ADHD (Inattentive, Hyperactive/Impulsive, or Combined Presentation)

  • Co-occurring learning disabilities

  • Anxiety or mood concerns

  • Executive functioning challenges

Step 5: Clear Report & Recommendations

You receive:

  • A comprehensive written report

  • Formal diagnosis (if criteria are met)

  • School accommodation recommendations

  • Strategies for home

  • Guidance on next steps (therapy, OT, SLP, medical consultation if desired)

Our reports are accepted by Alberta schools for accommodation planning.

Is an ADHD Assessment Worth It?

For many families, clarity changes everything.

Research suggests ADHD affects approximately 5–7% of children worldwide, and early identification improves academic, emotional, and social outcomes. When properly identified and supported, children with ADHD often show significant improvement in functioning and self-esteem.

An assessment helps you:

  • Understand your child’s brain

  • Advocate effectively at school

  • Reduce blame and shame

  • Access appropriate supports

  • Make informed treatment decisions

It replaces guessing with direction.

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Why Families Choose Kin Integrated in Edmonton

  • Warm, collaborative approach

  • Integrated team (Psychology, OT, SLP available)

  • Strengths-based assessment model

  • Trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming

  • Clear communication without clinical jargon

We look at the whole child — not just symptoms.

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FAQs: Psychoeducational Assessments

  • We typically assess children ages 6 and older. For younger children, developmental evaluations may be recommended first.

  • Yes. ADHD assessments completed by registered psychologists are accepted by Alberta schools for accommodation planning.

  • Testing usually occurs over 1–2 sessions, with a full report provided within several weeks.

  • Yes. However, if learning concerns are present, a psychoeducational assessment may be recommended for a more complete picture.

  • Some extended health plans cover psychological assessment services. We recommend checking your benefits.

  • We provide recommendations for school accommodations, therapy options, executive functioning support, and referrals for medical consultation if desired.