Guides & FAQs

UK parents

Preparing for the appointment

What to take to an ADHD assessment, and what an observation record is for.

What should I bring to an ADHD assessment?

Clinicians look for evidence that difficulties show up in more than one setting and over time. Useful things to bring: examples of specific behaviours and when they happen, school reports or a teacher's view, a note of sleep and daily routines, and any relevant health history. Striova pulls this together into an appointment-ready report.

What is an observation record (and why does it matter)?

Structured questionnaires completed by a parent and a teacher — covering attention, activity and impulsivity across home and school — are a common part of assessment. Having a recent, consistent record from both settings gives the clinician stronger evidence than memory alone. Striova's monthly observation record is built for this, with a no-login form for your child's teacher.