Through assessment of current and past psychological and/or behavioral difficulties, Dr. Bahador clarifies diagnoses to inform treatment recommendations. Psycho-Diagnostic assessments can include the assessment of:

 

• ADHD

• Anxiety disorder (such as Separation Anxiety Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder or Panic Disorder)

• Depressive disorder (such as Major Depressive Disorder)

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Bipolar Disorder

• Eating Disorder

• Alcohol or substance abuse disorder

A diagnostic assessment typically includes the following: clinical interviews with patient (and parents if applicable) to obtain information regarding history and current symptoms, brief assessment (i.e., administration of specific tests, self-report questionnaires and informant questionnaires), a review of any prior assessments and academic records, interviews with other professionals (e.g., teachers, therapists, psychiatrists). A feedback session is provided to review the results, recommendations, and next steps.