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How to get tested for ADHD

To diagnose ADHD, the child must have a complete physical exam, including hearing and vision tests. The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) has also approved the use of NEBA or a neuropsychiatric EEG-based assessment aid system. NEBA is a non-invasive scan that measures beta and theta brain waves. The theta/beta ratio is known to be higher in adolescents and children with ADHD than in children without it.

This scan is approved for use in children aged six to seventeen years, and it is meant to be used as a part of the complete psychological and medical exam. The evaluation may include interviewing the parents, teachers, and any other adults who are a significant part of the child's life. The evaluator may ask to fill out standardized forms, called behavior rating scales, to rate various aspects of the child's behavior.

In adults
Diagnosis of ADHD in adults is far more difficult than in children. In some cases, an adult can be diagnosed with ADHD if they have more than five symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsiveness and more than five symptoms of inattentiveness. As part of the assessment, the specialist will tell you about present symptoms.

However, under current diagnostic guidelines, diagnosis of ADHD in adults can only be confirmed if the symptoms have been present from childhood.

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