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Why Can’t My Child Make Friends? Part 2: The Child’s Perspective

Why Can’t My Child Make Friends? Part 2: The Child’s Perspective

This is the second in a three-part series on ADHD and social development. You can find Part 1 here. The child who is struggling socially may be reluctant to discuss this difficulty. They may be confused about why peers and siblings seem to navigate friendships with ease. They may feel they are doing their very best but still find themselves isolated. Bullying and scapegoating in the school environment may erode their self-esteem, sense of confidence, and hopefulness. This may lead…

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What is Psychological Assessment?

What is Psychological Assessment?

Psychological assessment, sometimes referred to as psychological testing, is a process where psychologists gather data in order to answer specific questions about a person’s strengths, challenges, and functioning. Assessment is often an intensive process that may include interviews, review of personal records, and the administration of standardized tests. In this series, I hope to make this process more transparent by explaining what psychological assessment is, when one should consider seeking assessment for themselves or their child, and how an assessment…

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