Should Teachers Report Both Academic and Behavioural Issues in ADHD Evaluations? 

When completing ADHD evaluations, it’s crucial for teachers to provide a full picture of a child’s challenges in both academic and behavioural ADHD reporting. ADHD affects not only a student’s ability to focus and regulate behaviour, but also their overall academic performance. Teachers play a key role in offering insights into both aspects, helping create a more comprehensive evaluation. 

Classroom Issues 

It’s essential for teachers to document classroom issues that may arise from ADHD symptoms. Behaviours such as frequent distractions, difficulty following instructions, or excessive fidgeting can disrupt learning. These behavioural challenges often interfere with a student’s ability to complete tasks or participate in lessons, which directly impacts their academic performance. 

Learning and Conduct 

By reporting both learning and conduct issues, teachers can provide a clear understanding of how ADHD affects the child’s daily school life. For example, a child with ADHD may struggle with organising their work or maintaining focus on long tasks, which may not be immediately obvious to parents or other evaluators. Including behavioural issues, such as impulsivity or emotional regulation problems, allows for a more holistic view of the child’s needs. 

In conclsuion, teachers should provide comprehensive input while academic and behavioural ADHD reporting. Incorporating both academic and behavioural observations in ADHD evaluations ensures that the assessment captures the full scope of the child’s difficulties, enabling better-targeted interventions.  

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Avery Lombardi, MSc

Author

Avery Lombardi is a clinical psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. She has professional experience in psychological assessment, evidence-based therapy, and research, working with both child and adult populations. Avery has provided clinical services in hospital, educational, and community settings, delivering interventions such as CBT, DBT, and tailored treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, and developmental disorders. She has also contributed to research on self-stigma, self-esteem, and medication adherence in psychotic patients, and has created educational content on ADHD, treatment options, and daily coping strategies.

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Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

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Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

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