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Welcome to the Home of Assessments for Autism and ADHD for Children and Adults

We are based in North-West Cambridgeshire and for the majority of children our assessments are conducted face-to-face at our friendly practice. For adults, we offer face-to-face or remote assessments to suit.

If you are looking for an assessment for dyslexia, click here.

If you are looking for an assessment for dyscalculia, click here.

 

Autism

Autism is a spectrum condition, meaning it affects individuals differently, with varying degrees of severity. It’s a lifelong condition, but the need for support and services can vary greatly.

Core Characteristics:

  1. Social Communication and Interaction: People with autism may have difficulties with understanding and responding to social cues, engaging in reciprocal conversations, and forming relationships.

  2. Restricted and Repetitive Behaviours, Interests, or Activities: This can include repetitive movements, insistence on sameness, or intense focus on specific interests.

  3. Sensory Sensitivities: Some people with autism may have heightened or diminished sensitivity to sensory input like sounds, lights, textures, or smells.

ADHD

ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a condition where the brain works differently to most people. People with ADHD may have trouble with things like concentrating and sitting still.

Symptoms of ADHD usually start before the age of 12. They involve a person’s ability to pay attention to things (being inattentive), having high energy levels (being hyperactive) and their ability to control their impulses (being impulsive).

A person may show signs of being inattentive, such as:

  • Being easily distracted
  • Finding it hard to listen to what people are saying or to follow instructions
  • Forgetting everyday tasks and losing things

They may show signs of being hyperactive and impulsive, including:

  • Having high energy levels
  • Fidgeting or tapping their hands and feet
  • Talking noisily
  • Feeling restless, or getting up and moving around when they’re supposed to sit still
  • Finding it hard to wait their turn, or interrupting conversations

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