Adult ADHD Screening and Assessment
Many adults reach a point where they begin to wonder whether longstanding difficulties with attention, organisation, impulsivity, or emotional regulation may be related to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Seeking an assessment can provide greater clarity and help you better understand how your mind works.
At TheSpaceForYou, Dr Lelanie Smook offers comprehensive ADHD screening and diagnostic assessments for adults in a thoughtful, supportive, and evidence-based way.
When Might an ADHD Assessment Be Helpful?
You may wish to explore an ADHD assessment if you have experienced difficulties such as:
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Trouble focusing or sustaining attention
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Procrastination and difficulty completing tasks
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Forgetfulness and disorganisation
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Feeling mentally overwhelmed
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Restlessness or difficulty relaxing
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Impulsivity
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Emotional ups and downs
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Chronic feelings of underachievement despite high ability
Many adults with ADHD have developed ways of coping for years, often without understanding why everyday tasks feel more difficult than they seem for others.
Starting with a Screening Appointment
The process begins with an initial screening appointment.
This session allows us to:
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Explore your current concerns
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Discuss your developmental history
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Review patterns of attention, organisation, and emotional regulation
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Consider whether ADHD may be contributing to your experiences
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Identify other factors that may explain your difficulties
Not all concentration or organisational difficulties are due to ADHD. Stress, anxiety, trauma, sleep difficulties, and other psychological factors can create similar experiences. A screening helps determine whether a full diagnostic assessment is appropriate.
The Full ADHD Assessment Process
If the screening suggests sufficient evidence for ADHD, a comprehensive diagnostic assessment can be arranged.
This includes:
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Clinical Interview
A detailed exploration of your childhood and adult experiences, including education, work, relationships, and daily functioning.
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Standardised Diagnostic Tools
Use of validated ADHD assessment measures and psychometric questionnaires.
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Collateral Information
Where appropriate, information from someone who knows you well (such as a partner or family member) to help build a fuller picture.
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Detailed Written Report
A comprehensive report summarising findings, psychometric results, clinical formulation, and diagnostic conclusions.
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Feedback Session
A dedicated appointment to review the results and discuss recommendations and next steps.
Understanding the Outcome
Receiving an ADHD diagnosis can be validating and can help explain patterns that may have felt confusing for many years.
Whether or not ADHD is identified, the assessment process often provides meaningful insight into your strengths, challenges, and the factors influencing your wellbeing.
Support Following the Assessment
During the feedback appointment, we can discuss practical recommendations and support options, including:
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Psychological therapy
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Coaching and organisational strategies
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Workplace or educational accommodations
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Medication referral options via your GP or psychiatrist
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Resources for understanding and managing ADHD
A Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach
My assessments are conducted in a respectful and neurodiversity-affirming manner. The aim is not simply to determine whether you meet diagnostic criteria, but to help you better understand yourself and identify the support that may be most helpful.
