ADHD Evaluation
& Diagnosis
for Children
and Adults
​​At The Alchemy Institute, we see ADHD as a unique way of thinking that comes with strengths and challenges. Many people with ADHD are creative, energetic, and quick thinkers. With the proper support, these qualities can become real strengths at work and in everyday life.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, impulse control, and activity levels. It often appears in childhood but may persist into adulthood, with symptoms including difficulty concentrating, impulsivity, restlessness, and forgetfulness. ADHD diagnosis is based on a careful evaluation by a specialist and a full review of your symptoms across different areas of your life.
We provide ADHD assessments for both children and adults. Our approach involves a medical examination, therapeutic support, and optional laboratory tests to develop a customized care strategy. For adults, we deliver adult ADHD evaluations and treatment plans tailored to their professional and personal lives. For children, we conduct a childhood ADHD evaluation to assess their growth and academic achievement.
We take time to listen to your side of the story, examine your symptoms, and understand how ADHD affects your daily life. Our approach combines medical knowledge with supportive care to create a personalized plan that supports your overall well-being.
​
Whether you are seeking answers for yourself or a loved one, understanding ADHD is the first step toward a life with more clarity, confidence, and balance. You deserve care that focuses on you as a whole person, not just your symptoms.
What is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)?
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a condition that affects how a person pays attention, controls impulses, and manages energy. It can make it hard to focus, sit still, or think before acting.
ADHD Types:
-
ADHD inattentive type
-
ADHD hyperactive type
-
ADHD combined type
ADHD in Children
-
School: Trouble focusing, following instructions, and staying organized with schoolwork.
-
Social: May interrupt others, act impulsively, and find it hard to make or keep friends
-
Home: Difficulty following rules, keeping track of belongings, and finishing chores
ADHD in Adults
-
Work: Struggles with managing time, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines
-
Relationships: Challenges with clear communication, managing emotions, and sustaining relationships
-
Everyday Life: Difficulties with safe driving habits, handling finances, and keeping the home organized
ADHD in Women:
-
Different presentation: ADHD in women often shows up less as hyperactivity and more as anxiety, overthinking, forgetfulness, or feeling mentally overwhelmed.
-
Later diagnosis: Many women aren’t diagnosed until adolescence or adulthood because symptoms can be subtle, masked, or mistaken for stress or mood disorders.
-
Hormonal influence: Symptoms may change or intensify during life stages like puberty, pregnancy, or menopause, affecting focus, emotions, and energy levels.
ADHD Statistics
-
About 11–11.4% of U.S. children ages 3–17 have been diagnosed with ADHD at some point in their lives.
-
Boys are diagnosed more often than girls — roughly 15% of boys versus 8% of girls in the U.S. children’s population.
-
An estimated 6.0% of U.S. adults, or about 15.5 million people, currently have an ADHD diagnosis.
-
More than half of adults with ADHD received their diagnosis after age 18, showing that many are diagnosed later in life.
Risks of Untreated ADHD
-
Work: Struggles with managing time, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines
-
Relationships: Challenges with clear communication, managing emotions, and sustaining relationships
-
Everyday Life: Difficulties with safe driving habits, handling finances, and keeping the home organized