Many people want more information on ADD. I would first suggest to be sure and read Dr. Paul
Elliott's abstracts that are listed as LINKS at the bottom of my BIO. These are very informative
articles that might answer many of your questions. Also, check other articles on the Internet on
ADD. Next, there are many good books on ADD in your bookstores. Finally, check to see if
there are ADD support groups in your area.

Many people are also interested in what my evaluation involves and whether it can be self-
administered. My evaluation is individual and takes about 3 to 4 hours to complete. I test both
children and adults and use the Weschler Intelligence Scale for Children-Revised or the Weschler
Adult Intelligence Scale-Revised. (These tests are currently being updated to the WISC-III and the WAIS-III.) These are well-known I.Q. tests that have 11 subtests that measure different cognitive functioning abilities. It can pinpoint difficulties with attention, auditory processing, visual motor perceptual difficulties and has neurological indicators. I look for cognitive strengths and weakness
in these subtests, for cluster scores, and for discrepancies.

I also use the Bender Visual Motor Gestalt Test which requires reproduction of 9 abstract drawings.
It also denotes difficulties with organization, planning, distortion of shape of figures, impulsivity, emotional indicators, and difficulties with visual motor perceptual tasks that is a neurological
indicator.

In addition, I use a rating scale that projects onto a profile that indicates whether one is normal,
at risk, or at very high risk in ten different areas.

Finally, I take a case history which includes academics, career (for adults), social, emotional and behavioral, and medical.

My fee is extremely reasonable. If anyone is interested in setting up an appointment, I am located
in the Dallas, Texas and have names of doctors to refer for treatment. I have had people travel
here from various states and from Canada. It is best to call me on weekdays between 4 P.M.
and 6 P.M. (CST) or on weekends. I can be reached at 972-669-9109. My answering machine
is on at all times.

I hope this will answer most of your questions. Thanks, Suzy

email: suzyw@nkn.net

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