Cognitive and attentional assessment in children: why and when to do it?

Understanding how your child functions in order to better support them

Some children experience difficulties with concentration, learning, or managing emotions. Others exhibit behaviors that raise questions, without the cause always being clear.

In these situations, many parents ask themselves:

• Should I request a cognitive assessment for my child?

• Does my child have attention difficulties or ADHD?

• Could it be a specific profile, such as giftedness?

• When should I consult a professional?

  
  

A cognitive and attention assessment provides clear and structured answers.

What is a cognitive and attention assessment?

It is a structured psychological evaluation that helps understand a child’s overall cognitive functioning.

It assesses:

• cognitive abilities

• attention and concentration

• information processing

👉 The goal is not to label, but to understand and guide appropriate support.

Why consider an assessment?

It may be useful in cases of:

Attention difficulties

• easily distracted

• difficulty completing tasks

• lack of focus

Developmental concerns

• atypical functioning

• perceived gap with peers

• concerns raised by parents or teachers

🔹 Suspected ADHD or giftedness

🔹 Need for better understanding

When should an assessment be done?

It may be recommended when:

• difficulties persist over time

• they appear in different environments

• they impact daily life

• a professional suggests it

How does the assessment work?

It includes:

• standardized psychological tests

• cognitive analysis

• structured feedback

It helps guide understanding and decision-making.

Assessment by a psychometrics specialist

Assessments are conducted by Salomé Döll, FSP psychologist, trained at the University of Geneva. She holds a PhD in psychology, specialized in psychometrics and cognitive assessment. Her research focused on the psychometric properties of the WISC-V.

👉 CTA – Cognitive assessment in Geneva

If you have concerns about your child’s attention or development, an assessment can help.

🔹 Structured and comprehensive evaluation 🔹 Personalized approach 

🔹 Clear feedback for parents and professionals

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