Self assessment
Take a look at the free tools available to help you fit in the world of disability and understand yourself better.
Wondering if you should take the plunge and speak to your doctor about seeking a diagnosis?
There are a number of free online tools available to help you dip your toe in the water of neurodiversity and neurological impairment. Navigating the system can be a challenge, so we've also included links to some amazing organisations who can help walk you through the assessment and diagnosis process.
ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Although it has this name, there are many kinds and for some people, a 'deficit' of attention isn't their experience! The diagnosis for ADHD has changed in the last few years as research has meant it's now better understood. Particularly for those having ADHD as an adult. ADHD New Zealand estimate that over 5% of New Zealanders have ADHD. That's 280,000 people.
Find out more about ADHD testing, getting an assessment and diagnosis in Aotearoa at ADHD New Zealand at this link.
You can go straight to their ADHD test online, it's a pre-assessment self-screening tool here.
Autism
It's been recognised that Asperger's is part of Autism spectrum, and that most people sit somewhere on this very wide spectrum. It could be worth exploring if you think you or your child or teen might benefit from seeking an diagnosis. There a number of autism spectrum test providers, whatever your age and stage.
Take a look at Autism NZ's guide to assessment for children here.
They link to a digital pre-assessment Autism testing for children 11-30 months.
Autism NZ also have a step-by-step guide for autism tests for adults considering assessment here. They link to an online Autism-Spectrum Quotient test too.
FASD - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
There isn't an online tool for pre-assessment of FASD, but there is this guide to diagnosis and map of people who can do it on FASD CAN New Zealand's website at this link.
ID- Intellectual Disability
Intellectual disability is a term used for a person with an IQ of 70 or less. It can impact people in different ways, you can learn more at IDEA Services website here.
To self-assess for IQ, Mensa New Zealand recommend taking a look at the online test linked here.
Explore Hāpainga Ora run a national programme for neurodevelopmental assessment. You can find out more about getting assessed through the Disability Support Services funded organisation on their website here.
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