AuDHD Assessment for Children
At aMAZEin’ Minds Psychology, our AuDHD assessment for children helps families better understand the co-occurrence of autism and ADHD traits. While AuDHD is not a formal diagnostic category, it is a widely recognised and increasingly understood experience where children meet criteria for both ADHD and autism. Learn more about our psychological assessments and how we support NDIS participants through this process.
What Is AuDHD?
AuDHD refers to the dual diagnosis of autism and ADHD. Many children with this profile show traits from both neurotypes — such as social communication differences, sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation challenges, impulsivity, and executive functioning difficulties. Recognising the overlap can help guide more effective support. If you’re also exploring a potential autism assessment for children, we can assist.
Signs Your Child May Be Neurodivergent in Multiple Ways
Children with co-occurring ADHD and autism may:
- Struggle with emotional regulation and mood swings
- Be highly sensitive to noise, textures, or routines
- Have difficulty with transitions and change
- Experience social confusion or demand avoidance
- Show both impulsivity and hyperfocus
- Find school overwhelming or frustrating
These signs often overlap with presentations seen in ADHD assessments for children, and we help families explore the full picture.
Why Book an AuDHD Assessment for Your Child?
A comprehensive AuDHD assessment for children can clarify overlapping traits. By doing so, we can better understand the full picture of your child’s neurodivergence which can:
- Support targeted recommendations for school, therapy, and home
- Explain why some previous interventions may have been ineffective
- Help your child feel seen and validated
- Guide applications for funding (e.g. NDIS, school supports)
An accurate profile helps reduce stigma and promotes self-understanding. Teens who experience these challenges may also benefit from anxiety counselling or support with emotional regulation.
Our Assessment Tools and Approach
Our assessments are flexible, strengths-based, and child-centred. Depending on your child’s needs, we may use tools such as:
- The ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
- Cognitive assessments (e.g. WISC-V, WPPSI-IV)
- The Conners-4 (ADHD behavioural rating scale)
- Parent and teacher questionnaires
- Clinical interviews and play-based observation
We adapt each assessment to suit the child’s communication style and sensory preferences.
After Your Child’s AuDHD Assessment
After your child’s AuDHD assessment, we guide you through the following:
- Provide a detailed written report
- Offer a feedback session with parents/carers
- Explain your child’s strengths and areas of support
- Recommend pathways for therapy, educational supports, and allied health services
We also guide families through next steps, including school-based planning, NDIS access, or therapy referrals.
Medicare and NDIS Funding
You may be eligible for Medicare rebates under MBS item 82000 if your child is under 25 and referred by a paediatrician or psychiatrist. Private and NDIS-funded assessments are also accepted. Visit our Medicare Rebates page to learn more about eligibility.
Book an AuDHD Assessment for Your Child
Ready to book an AuDHD assessment for your child? We offer AuDHD assessments at our Mount Waverley clinic, easily accessible to families in Glen Waverley, Ashwood, Burwood, and surrounding Melbourne suburbs. Telehealth appointments are also available across Australia.
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