Think Your Child Has ADHD? Here's What to Do First

Think Your Child Has ADHD? Here's What to Do First

From Active & Connected Families by Active & Connected Family Therapy

September 25, 2025 · 9 min

About this episode

This episode provides guidance for parents on the steps to take if they suspect their child has ADHD.

Parenting doesn't come with a manual, but if it did, the ADHD chapter would probably be 400 pages long and full of contradictions. So let's simplify: here's how to cut through the noise and figure out your next step if you think your child (or you!) has ADHD. If you've ever thought "I think my child might have ADHD, but what do I actually do now?", I recorded this episode exactly for you. I'll walk you through the real-life steps parents can take to move forward without getting lost in confusion (or spending thousands of dollars you may not need to). You'll get a clear picture of the options available, from quick evaluations to full psychological assessments, and learn how to figure out what makes the most sense for your child. In this episode on what to do if you think your child has ADHD, we'll discuss: Why talking to a trusted professional is the first step when you suspect ADHD; The difference between surveys, psychiatric evaluations, and full ADHD assessments; How ADHD can sometimes be confused with anxiety, learning differences, or substance use; The pros, cons, and costs of a psychological evaluation (and when it's worth it); A more accessible option for getting a reliable…

Topics covered

  • ADHD
  • parenting
  • mental health
  • evaluations
  • support team

Keywords

  • ADHD
  • parenting
  • psychological assessment
  • mental health
  • diagnosis

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Active & Connected Family Therapy

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