ADHD/ADD research by Sazyes

ADHD/ADD research

Additional ADHD/ADD testing is indicated when ADHD or ADD is suspected. ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) is a mental disorder that usually begins in childhood and often persists into adulthood. The core symptoms are attention deficit, hyperactivity and impulsivity, which often lead to problems in multiple areas of life, such as at school, at work, in relationships and when pursuing hobbies.
The ADHD/ADD examination consists of a Psychiatric examination supplemented by the Structured Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults

Psychiatric examination as part of ADHD/ADD examination

The basis of any additional ADHD/ADD examination is a Psychiatric examination, in which an independent psychiatrist forms an opinion on the presence or absence of a psychiatric illness. In addition to an ADHD/ADD examination, a Psychiatric examination can also take place in cases of absenteeism and disability. In that case it offers clarity about stagnating recovery or a difficult reintegration. In addition, this examination maps out possible treatment options. In situations not involving absenteeism, a Psychiatric examination examination can answer the question of the accountability of behavior

A psychiatric examination provides clarity at:

  • questions about the presence or absence of a psychiatric disorder;
  • determining limitations in personal and social functioning;
  • stalled recovery or stalled reintegration;
  • The evaluation of previous treatments and reintegration pathways;
  • questions of legal liability, the culpability of certain conduct and willfulness.
Sazyes' Psychiatric examination provides clarity
DIVA for adults in additional ADHD/ADD testing

Combination research: ADHD/ADD research with other studies.

An ADHD/ADD assessment can be requested in conjunction with an intelligence assessment, an insurance medical strain assessment and a neuropsychological assessment, among others.

The advantage is that the individual research findings are interpreted and described in context.

ADHD/ADD examinations are requested by, among others:

  • Company doctors
  • Company doctors
  • Insurance Physicians
  • Insurance Physicians
  • Courts

At Sazyes, unfortunately, we cannot serve individuals directly and recommend that they contact their insurer or legal counsel.

How does an ADHD/ADD screening proceed?

Application

Once we receive the request for a neurological consultation, we will contact the person requesting the examination. within one business day to schedule the examination.

The examination

The examination consists of a Psychiatric examination, expanded with the Structured Diagnostic Interview for ADHD/ADD in adults. There will be 2 interviews. The first with a psychologist, the second with a psychiatrist. It may also be necessary to request additional information from treatment providers. The examination takes place in accordance with the most current guidelines of the Dutch Psychiatric Association and the KNMG.

The report

The findings are presented in a report. This is sent to the applicant for the study. If the applicant is not a physician, the report will not be sent to the applicant but to the physician listed in the request form.

Information on progress

Our secretariat can inform you about the progress of the examination at any time.

Right of inspection and correction

The report is subject to the right of inspection and correction. This means that the person concerned receives a copy of the draft report before sending it to the applicant and can indicate whether it contains an incorrect representation of facts.

Requesting research

ADHD/ADD testing can be supplemented with an insurance medical strain assessment. This makes it easier for you to make a translation to the occupational medicine or insurance medicine practice. This can, for example, be important in making an absence file 'UWV proof'.
The key question is usually whether there are any feasible possibilities for reintegration. If medical limitations have been established, a taxability profile can be drawn up in the form of an FML. On this basis, a concrete load capacity advice is formulated and we provide a prognosis in case of normal recovery.

Additional neuropsychological examination in ADHD/ADD research

There may be a need for further objectification of cognitive symptoms. For example, with regard to memory, attention and concentration. A neuropsychological examination serves as the "gold standard" in this regard. This also applies when symptom validity is in doubt, as in the case of underachievement, symptom aggravation or malingering.