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Weekly articles for parents, educators, and adults — on assessments, ADHD, autism, and supporting the kids in your life. Written by the team at Brinkley Psychology in Richmond, VA.
Assessments: Foundations & Process · 5 min readWhat a Comprehensive Assessment Report Includes
The written report is what you keep after a psychological evaluation. Here's what a thorough assessment report includes — and how Richmond families can put it to work.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 5 min readCommon Testing Tools Used in Psychological Evaluations
WISC, ADOS-2, rating scales — what are all these tests? A plain-English guide to the tools psychologists use in comprehensive evaluations, from a Richmond, VA practice.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 5 min readHow to Prepare Your Child for Psychological Testing
Testing day goes better when your child is calm, rested, and knows what to expect. Here's everything you need to prepare — from the conversation beforehand to what to bring.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 5 min readWhat Are the Different Types of Psychological Assessments?
Not all psychological evaluations are the same. Learn the difference between psychoeducational assessments, ADHD evaluations, autism evaluations, and more — and how to know which one is right for your child.
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School & Educational Planning · 4 min readHow Educators Can Talk to Parents About Psychological Testing
When a student needs psychological testing, teachers often have to break the news to parents. This guide walks educators through how to have that conversation compassionately and productively.
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School & Educational Planning · 4 min readFor Educators: Classroom Signs a Student May Benefit from Assessment
Teachers are often the first to notice when a student is struggling. Learn the classroom warning signs that may indicate a child could benefit from a formal psychological assessment.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 4 min readFor Parents: What Observations at Home Should Prompt a Psychological Assessment?
Is your child showing signs that might indicate a learning, behavioral, or developmental difference? Discover which observations should prompt a psychological assessment — straight from a Richmond, VA psychologist.
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