VIDEO ONLY: Culturally Attuned ADHD Assessments - Lauren Haack, Ph.D. 2 CEs

Level of Activity: Intermediate Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is among the most common psychiatric youth conditions worldwide; however, certain populations show disproportionately low rates of ADHD diagnoses and service utilization. There are various explanations perpetuating ADHD health disparities which should be considered when conducting culturally- attuned assessments with diverse youth. This workshop will present various factors influencing ADHD assessments, such as the psychometric and cultural validity of tools being used, the reading level and language proficiency of individuals providing information, as well as cultural values, attitudes, beliefs, and development expectations regarding child attention and behavior. Next, the components of evidence-based ADHD evaluations, as well as strategies for enhancing their cross-cultural reliability and validity, will be reviewed. Finally, the “ABC’’ assessment technique to identify culturally-relevant ADHD treatment goals and monitor progress will be discussed and applied to case examples. Objectives: Recognize three explanations for ADHD health disparities to be considered when conducting culturally-attuned assessments. Connect strategies for enhancing assessment reliability and validity with youth across cultures - to - the components of evidence-based ADHD evaluations. Utilize the “ABC” assessment technique to identify culturally-relevant ADHD treatment goals and monitor progress.