Steps in an ADHD evaluation
- Rating scales completed by you and, for children, parents and teachers
- A history of attention and behavior since early childhood
- Screening for anxiety, depression, sleep and learning problems
- A review of report cards or earlier testing
Not sure where to start? Book a psychiatric evaluation in Exeter, learn about telehealth psychiatry or contact our team.
ADHD support in Exeter
Parents of students at Exeter High School and Cooperative Middle School often ask us about homework, focus and accommodations. Among adults, healthcare, education and professional workers and commuters to Portsmouth and Boston sometimes find that organization gets harder as responsibilities grow.
Care for the Exeter community
Exeter is a historic town with a busy downtown, a well-known academy and many residents who commute to Portsmouth or Boston. Families often reach out about teen stress and attention, and adults about anxiety and sleep. The drive to Salem is about 35 to 40 minutes.
Letters and accommodations
If the evaluation supports it, we can write letters requesting accommodations such as extra time on tests or a quieter workspace.
Getting care from Exeter
From Exeter, our Salem office is about 35 to 40 minutes by car. Many Exeter patients choose secure video for most visits and come to Salem when an in-person appointment adds something.
Frequently asked questions
Can anxiety look like ADHD?
Yes. Anxiety, poor sleep and depression can all affect concentration, which is why we screen for them.
Are non-stimulant options available?
Yes, and non-medication strategies are part of every plan.
Is ADHD overdiagnosed?
A careful evaluation helps avoid both missed and incorrect diagnoses.
How far is the office from Exeter?
Our Salem office is about 35 to 40 minutes from Exeter. Telehealth is also available when you are in New Hampshire.
Related services
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Exeter, NH
- Adult Psychiatrist in Exeter, NH
- ADHD Evaluation & Treatment in Nashua, NH
- ADHD Evaluation & Treatment in Hampton, NH
Book an appointment
Call 603-600-8330 or use our contact form. Office: 215 South Broadway, Unit 129, Salem, NH 03079.
If you or someone you care about is in immediate danger, call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. PsychNashua does not provide emergency care.