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Weekly articles for parents, educators, and adults — on assessments, ADHD, autism, and supporting the kids in your life. Written by the team at Brinkley Psychology in Richmond, VA.
Assessments: Foundations & Process · 4 min readWhat Happens During Testing Day? A Walkthrough for Richmond, VA Families
What happens on psychological testing day? Brinkley Psychology in Richmond, VA walks through the day, from the waiting room to the drive home, so you can relax.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 4 min readHow Long Does a Psychological Assessment Take? A Timeline for Richmond, VA Families
How long does a psychological assessment take? A step-by-step timeline for Richmond, VA families, from the free consultation to the final written report.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 5 min readWhat a Comprehensive Assessment Report Includes — A Guide for Richmond, VA Families
The written report is what you keep after a psychological evaluation. Here's what a thorough assessment report includes — and how Richmond families can put it to work.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 5 min readCommon Testing Tools Used in Psychological Evaluations — A Richmond, VA Guide
Which tests are used in autism, ADHD, gifted, and neuropsychological evaluations? Brinkley Psychology in Richmond, VA explains the tools, type by type.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 5 min readHow to Prepare Your Child for Psychological Testing: Advice for Richmond-Area Families
Testing day goes better when your child is calm, rested, and knows what to expect. Here's everything you need to prepare — from the conversation beforehand to what to bring.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 5 min readWhat Are the Different Types of Psychological Assessments? A Guide for Richmond, VA Families
Not all psychological evaluations are the same. Learn the difference between psychoeducational assessments, ADHD evaluations, autism evaluations, and more — and how to know which one is right for your child.
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School & Educational Planning · 4 min readHow Richmond-Area Educators Can Talk to Parents About Psychological Testing
When a student needs psychological testing, teachers often have to break the news to parents. This guide walks educators through how to have that conversation compassionately and productively.
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School & Educational Planning · 4 min readFor Educators in the Richmond Area: Classroom Signs a Student May Benefit from a Psychological Assessment
Teachers are often the first to notice when a student is struggling. Learn the classroom warning signs that may indicate a child could benefit from a formal psychological assessment.
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Assessments: Foundations & Process · 4 min readFor Richmond Parents: What Observations at Home Should Prompt a Psychological Assessment?
Is your child showing signs that might indicate a learning, behavioral, or developmental difference? Discover which observations should prompt a psychological assessment — straight from a Richmond, VA psychologist.
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