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Screening Assessment

Professional Screening Assessment for Children & Adults

A quick, accessible first step to understanding your neurodevelopmental health.

About Screening

The Right First Step

A screening assessment is a shorter, focused evaluation — suitable for children and adults — that helps determine whether symptoms are consistent with ADHD or Autism, and whether a full diagnostic assessment is recommended.

It is not a formal diagnosis, but provides clarity and direction — typically conducted online, taking 30–45 minutes.

Common indicators for screening

  • ✓Difficulty maintaining focus, organising tasks, or managing time
  • ✓Social communication challenges or feeling "disconnected"
  • ✓Unexplained underperformance despite hard work
  • ✓Unsure whether to pursue a full ADHD or Autism assessment
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Common Questions

Screening FAQs

No. A screening flags potential neurodivergent traits and provides a clear indication of whether to proceed with a full diagnostic evaluation.
Screening assessments are mainly conducted online and take approximately 30–45 minutes, involving validated questionnaires and a brief clinical review.
We provide a clear pathway to transition into our full ADHD or Autism assessment services. Because our clinic is Consultant Psychiatrist-led, your transition to a formal diagnostic pathway will be seamless.

Start with a screening

Contact us and we'll help you find the right path forward.

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