Adult ADHD Assessment

If you frequently experience symptoms such as difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, zoning out, struggling to complete tasks, feeling overwhelmed, or low impulse control, you may benefit from an ADHD assessment. However, these symptoms can also be caused by other conditions, so a professional evaluation is essential.

No, ADHD doesn’t suddenly develop in adulthood. However, many adults are only diagnosed later in life because their symptoms were overlooked or misunderstood as children. Often, people seek an ADHD assessment after struggling with work, relationships, or daily tasks for years.

Everyone experiences forgetfulness or distraction sometimes, but ADHD is different because:

• Symptoms are persistent and long-term (not just occasional).
• They impact multiple areas of life, such as work, relationships, and daily routines.
• They are not just due to stress, anxiety, or lifestyle factors.

Yes! There are different types of ADHD, including:

• Predominantly Inattentive Type – More daydreaming, forgetfulness, and difficulty focusing rather than physical hyperactivity.
• Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type – More restlessness, impulsivity, and difficulty sitting still.
• Combined Type – A mix of both inattention and hyperactivity.

Many adults with ADHD (especially women) were never overly hyperactive but still struggle with focus, organisation, or impulsivity.

How ADHD presents and its impact on functioning and wellbeing can also change throughout a person’s life due to factors such as age, external supports, life experiences, stress levels, coping strategies, and environmental demands.

ADHD often overlaps with other conditions like anxiety, depression, and learning difficulties, which can make self-diagnosis tricky. That’s why our assessment looks at your full mental health history and screens for other conditions to ensure you get the right diagnosis and support.

Yes! If your assessment confirms ADHD, your report can be used to request accommodations at work or university, such as:

• Extra time on exams or assignments
• A quieter workspace or flexible deadlines
• Support for focus and time management

Each workplace or institution has different policies, so you may need to check their requirements.

If your assessment results show that you don’t meet the DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria for ADHD, your psychologist will still provide insights into your challenges and recommendations for managing focus, memory, and daily tasks. They may also suggest alternative explanations, such as anxiety, executive function difficulties, or sleep issues, and guide you on the best next steps.

No, you don’t need to complete a cognitive assessment to be assessed for ADHD. The ADHD assessment focuses on your attention, focus, and impulse control rather than measuring overall intelligence or problem-solving skills.

However, some people choose to do a cognitive assessment if they’re curious about their IQ, learning strengths, or working capacity—especially if they’ve struggled with school, work, or memory. If your psychologist thinks a cognitive assessment could provide useful insights, they’ll discuss this with you during the ADHD assessment.

Yes! Our ADHD assessment package can be completed online. This includes virtual consultations and online screening tests. However, you may need to provide additional medical records or observer reports. Your psychologist may also request to meet with you in person at least once to get the most detailed understanding of your characteristics. 

Our ADHD assessment package is $1205. If you would like to include a cognitive assessment there is an additional fee of $960.

No, a GP referral is not required for an ADHD assessment. However, if you wish to claim Medicare rebates for therapy sessions afterward, a referral from your GP may be needed.

No, psychologists cannot prescribe medication. If you are considering medication, you will need to see a psychiatrist. However, our assessment report can help inform your doctor’s decision regarding treatment options.

To prepare for your assessment you can:

• Gather any school reports, past psychological reports, or medical history.
• Consider asking a family member or close friend to provide insights about your symptoms.
• Set aside time to complete online questionnaires without distractions.