M-Wise Assessment
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Initial Questions
Additional Mental Health Concerns
Previous Mental Health Concerns
Domains or Sections
- Mood Dysregulation (MODY)
- ADHD (ADHD)
- ODD/Conduct Disorder (ODCD)
- Anxiety (ANX)
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Depression (DEP)
- Trauma Related Disorders (TRAD)
- Eating Disorders (ED)
- Psychosis (PSY)
- Tics/Tourette’s Disorder (TIC)
- Hair Pulling (HP)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Learning Disability (LD)
- Gender Dysphoria (GD)
- Substance Use (SUD)
- Attachment Disorders (ATT)
- Speech & Language Disorders (SLD)
Each domain has following types of questions:
- Screening Questions: Further questions in the domain are asked only if screening questions are positive
- Regular questions: Their answers may or may not be used in diagnostic scoring. If answers are used in diagnostic scoring, they are listed in the diagnostic scoring sheet, otherwise not.
- Intensity questions: These help decide the severity of symptoms in domain and will contribute to wellness score on each visit and will help understand the effectiveness of treatment.
Q1: Pinpointing Your Key Issue
What's the top reason that brings you here today? Please select the issue that is most critical.
Just so you know, if you select "something else" or "I'm not certain," it might extend the duration of your MCAT evaluation.
- Anxiety (ANX)
- Depression (DEP)
- Anger episodes/Temper tantrums (MODY)
- Concerns of Bipolar Disorder (MODY)
- Disruptive Behavior (Child is loud, hyperactive but not necessarily angry) (ADHD)
- Poor focus (ADHD)
- Learning Issues (LD)
- Concerns of ADHD (ADHD)
- Oppositional behavior (ODCD)
- Legal issues ((ODCD)
- Concerns for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Concerns of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Self harming behaviors (DEP)
- Suicide attempts (DEP)
- History of trauma (PTS)
- History of abuse (PTS)
- History of neglect (PTS)
- Concerns of attachment issues (ATT)
- Gender identity issues (GD)
- Concern of eating disorder (ED)
- Hearing and seeing things when no one is around (PSY)
- Tics (TIC)
- Hair pulling (HP)
- Substance use (SUD)
- School refusal (ANX)
- Something else.
- Not sure
Q2: Exploring Additional Mental Health Concerns
With the primary mental health concern identified, we now aim to uncover any further mental health challenges your child may be encountering.
Besides the main concern, are there any other mental health challenges your child is currently facing? Please indicate ALL other relevant issues.
- Anxiety (ANX)
- Depression (DEP)
- Anger episodes/Temper tantrums (MODY)
- Concerns of Bipolar Disorder (MODY)
- Disruptive Behavior (Child is loud, hyperactive but not necessarily angry) (ADHD)
- Poor focus (ADHD)
- Learning Issues (LD)
- Concerns of ADHD (ADHD)
- Oppositional behavior (ODCD)
- Legal issues ((ODCD)
- Concerns for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Concerns of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Self harming behaviors (DEP)
- Suicide attempts (DEP)
- History of trauma (PTS)
- History of abuse (PTS)
- History of neglect (PTS)
- Concerns of attachment issues (ATT)
- Gender identity issues (GD)
- Concern of eating disorder (ED)
- Psychosis (hearing and seeing things when no one is around) (PSY)
- Tics (TIC)
- Hair pulling (HP)
- Substance use (SUD)
- School refusal (ANX)
- Speech and Language issues (SLD)
- No other current challenges (This option is not allowed if other options are chosen. if this option is chosen, other options are not allowed)
Q3: Previous Mental Health Challenges
Building on the previous questions which addressed your child's present mental health concerns, we are now exploring their past mental health history.
Were there any mental health issues in your child's past that are no longer present but were significant at that time? Please tick ALL relevant options:
- Anxiety (ANX)
- Depression (DEP)
- Anger episodes/Temper tantrums (MODY)
- Concerns of Bipolar Disorder (MODY)
- Disruptive Behavior (Child is loud, hyperactive but not necessarily angry) (ADHD)
- Poor focus (ADHD)
- Learning Issues (LD)
- Concerns of ADHD (ADHD)
- Oppositional behavior (ODCD)
- Legal issues (ODCD)
- Concerns for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Concerns of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Self harming behaviors (DEP)
- Suicide attempts (DEP)
- History of trauma (PTS)
- History of abuse (PTS)
- History of neglect (PTS)
- Concerns of attachment issues (ATT)
- Gender identity issues (GD)
- Concern of eating disorder (ED)
- Psychosis (hearing and seeing things when no one is around) (PSY)
- Tics (TIC)
- Hair pulling (HP)
- Substance use (SUD)
- School refusal (ANX)
- Speech and Language issues (SLD)
- No other past challenges (This option is not allowed if other options are chosen. if this option is chosen, other options are not allowed)
Domain 1: Mood Dysregulation
Q 1.1) Screening for Anger and Mood Swings (Mandatory/Single select)
Let's explore your child's emotional landscape. Have you noticed periods when your child seems unusually irritable or experiences anger or mood fluctuations?
- Yes
- No
Q 1.2): Pinpointing the Onset of Emotional Episodes
Pinpointing the onset of your child's emotional episodes provides insight into potential underlying issues.
When did you first notice these emotional episodes in your child?
- Infancy (0-2 years) (review ASD domain)
- Early Childhood or preschool years (3-5 years) (review ODD, ADHD, ANX, ASD domains)
- Middle Childhood or school-age (6-8 years) (review ODD, ADHD, ANX domains)
- Late Childhood or tween years (9-11 years) (review DEP, ANX, ADHD domain)
- Adolescence (12-18 years) (review DEP, ANX domain)
- Not Sure
Q 1.3): Characterizing Your Child's Emotional Outbursts
Which of these sounds most like your child when they're having one of their moments?
While your child might resonate with more than one description, please select the one that seems most predominant or most frequent:
- Always on edge and snaps easily (review domain DEP)
- Gets mega mad, sometimes to the point of shouting or even hitting, and this can last quite a bit, like 30 minutes or more
- Suddenly throws a mini tantrum but it’s over in a flash (review domain ADHD)
- Not Sure
Q 1.4) Navigating Emotional Breakdowns: Recognizing Behaviors
Recognizing patterns in your child's behavior during stressful episodes can guide us to the most effective support strategies. By identifying these signs, we take the first step towards managing and understanding their experiences.
How does your child typically react during these moments? Please select ALL that apply:
- Appears overwhelmed, leading to what looks like an emotional unraveling (review DEP, ANX domain)
- Talks down about themselves, expressing hopelessness or self-doubt. (review DEP domain)
- Engages in actions that could cause self-harm.For example, hitting themselves (review DEP domain)
- Raises their voice in frustration, including yelling or screaming.
- Turns to physical outbursts on objects around them, like punching a door or throwing pillows.
- Directs physical aggression toward people, perhaps lashing out at siblings or other family members.
- Exhibits a behavior not mentioned above
- Not Sure (Option 8 not allowed if other options are chosen. if Option 8 is chosen, other options are not allowed)
Q - 1.5): Gauging the In-Between Moments: Your Child's Typical Mood
Outside of those intense episodes, what best describes their usual demeanor? Pick the one that sounds most like them:
- Pretty usual, just like any kid. (review domain ADHD, ODD)
- Kinda grumpy a lot (review domain DEP)
- Feels down on themselves, seems to see the glass half empty (review domain DEP)
- Not Sure
Q 1.6): Mapping Out the Outbursts
Does your child typically experience these episodes of anger at home or around extended family members?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 1.7): Decoding the Triggers at Home and with Extended Family
To your best understanding, what usually sets off your child's big anger moments at home and with extended family? Tick ALL the triggers that you've noticed:
- They don’t get their way or what they asked for (review domain ODD)
- When you remind them of chores, tasks, or homework (need to review domain ADHD)
- If they’re corrected or told off (review domain ADHD)
- They get upset because homework is hard (review domain ADHD, LD)
- When there's too much going on around them (noise, light, etc.) (review domain ASD, ADHD)
- A change in their daily routine (review domain ASD)
- Switching between activities (as they like doing things step-by-step and not just because they do not like moving from fun to boring stuff) (review domain ASD)
- Conflict with siblings
- When they’re asked to do something they’re scared they’ll mess up.(review domain ANX)
- Situations that make them nervous or anxious (review domain ANX)
- Being in social situations, like with a group (review domain ANX)
- Not sure, or it seems like nothing in particular sets it off (This option is not allowed if other options are chosen. if this option is chosen, other options are not allowed)
Q 1.8) Probing further into Triggers at Home and with Extended Family
This question is a follow-up to the last question where you identified all the possible triggers of anger episodes at home. In this question, we are focusing on identifying the most frequent trigger. This helps us understand the root cause of these episodes.
Of all the triggers you've identified in the previous question, which one do you believe is the most frequent cause of your child's intense anger moments at home and with extended family?
- They don’t get their way or what they asked for (review domain ODD)
- When you remind them of chores, tasks, or homework (need to review domain ADHD)
- If they’re corrected or told off (review domain ADHD)
- They get upset because homework is hard (review domain ADHD, LD)
- When there's too much going on around them (noise, light, etc.) (review domain ASD, ADHD)
- A change in their daily routine (review domain ASD)
- Switching between activities (as they like doing things step-by-step and not just because they do not like moving from fun to boring stuff) (review domain ASD)
- Conflict with siblings
- When they’re asked to do something they’re scared they’ll mess up.(review domain ANX)
- Situations that make them nervous or anxious (review domain ANX)
- Being in social situations, like with a group (review domain ANX)
- Not sure
Q 1.9) Exploring Parent-Child Interaction Dynamics
Grasping these interaction patterns is key to guiding you in managing your child's emotional reactions.
Which situation out of the two mentioned below often leads to stronger emotional moments? Choose the most frequent one:
- Not receiving something they asked for (review domain ODD)
- Being reprimanded after refusing a parental request
- Both lead to equally strong emotional reactions
- None of the above leads to any emotional reactions
- Not sure
Q 1.10) Delving Deeper into Parent-Child Interaction Patterns
Focusing on these interaction patterns helps us decode the emotional struggles affecting your child's mental health.
When they decline a parental directive, how do they usually behave? Select the behavior that most accurately reflects your child's usual reaction:
- Directly confronts you, making eye contact, and firmly says "no." (review domain ODD)
- Seems to tune out, giving an impression of not hearing the request. (review domain ADHD)
- Commits to doing it "in a moment" but doesn't take action. (review domain ADHD)
- Assures it's completed, when in truth, it remains undone. (review domain ADHD)
- Respond in a way not mentioned here
Q 1.11) Mapping Out the Outbursts
Do these episodes of anger happen in school?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 1.12): Decoding the Triggers in school
To your best understanding, what usually sets off your child's big anger moments in school? Please check ALL the options that apply:
- They don’t get their way or what they asked for (review domain ODD)
- Conflict with peers (review domain ODD, ADHD)
- When teachers remind them to focus on schoolwork (need to review domain ADHD)
- If they’re corrected or told off (review domain ADHD)
- They get upset because school stuff is hard (review domain ADHD, LD)
- When there's too much going on around them (noise, light, etc.) (review domain ADHD, ASD)
- A change in their daily routine (review domain ASD) (as they like doing things step-by-step and not just because they do not like moving from fun to boring stuff) (review domain ASD)
- When they’re asked to do something they’re scared they’ll mess up.(review domain ANX)
- Situations that make them nervous or anxious (review domain ANX)
- Being in social situations, like with a group (review domain ANX)
- Not sure, or it seems like nothing in particular sets it off (This option is not allowed if other options are chosen. if this option is chosen, other options are not allowed)
Q 1.13) Probing further into Triggers at School
This question is a follow-up to the last question where you identified all the possible triggers of anger episodes in school. In this question, we are focusing on identifying the most frequent trigger. This helps us understand the root cause of these episodes.
Of all the triggers you've identified in the previous question, which one do you believe is the most frequent cause of your child's intense anger moments in school?
- They don’t get their way or what they asked for (review domain ODD)
- Conflict with peers (review domain ODD, ADHD)
- When teachers remind them to focus on schoolwork (need to review domain ADHD)
- If they’re corrected or told off (review domain ADHD)
- They get upset because school stuff is hard (review domain ADHD, LD)
- When there's too much going on around them (noise, light, etc.) (review domain ADHD, ASD)
- A change in their daily routine (review domain ASD) (as they like doing things step-by-step and not just because they do not like moving from fun to boring stuff) (review domain ASD)
- When they’re asked to do something they’re scared they’ll mess up.(review domain ANX)
- Situations that make them nervous or anxious (review domain ANX)
- Being in social situations, like with a group (review domain ANX)
- Not sure
Q 1.14): Mapping Out the Outbursts
Do these episodes of anger happen at public places or social events?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 1.15): Decoding the Triggers at Public Places & Social Events
To your best understanding, what usually sets off your child's big anger moments at public places & social events? Please mark ALL relevant options:
- They don’t get their way or what they asked for (review domain ODD)
- If they’re corrected or told off (review domain ADHD)
- When there's too much going on around them (noise, light, etc.) (review domain ASD, ADHD)
- Being in social situations, like with a group (review domain ANX, ASD)
- When they’re asked to do something they’re scared they’ll mess up.(review domain ANX)
- Situations that make them nervous or anxious (review domain ANX)
- Not sure, or it seems like nothing in particular sets it off (Option 7 not allowed if other options are chosen. Other options are not allowed if option 7 is chosen)
Q 1.16) Probing further into Triggers at Public Places or Social Events
This question is a follow-up to the last question where you identified all the possible triggers of anger episodes in social settings. In this question, we are focusing on identifying the most frequent trigger. This helps us understand the root cause of these episodes.
Of all the triggers you've identified in the previous question, which one do you believe is the most frequent cause of your child's intense anger moments at public places & social events?
- They don’t get their way or what they asked for (review domain ODD)
- If they’re corrected or told off (review domain ADHD)
- When there's too much going on around them (noise, light, etc.) (review domain ASD, ADHD)
- Being in social situations, like with a group (review domain ANX, ASD)
- When they’re asked to do something they’re scared they’ll mess up.(review domain ANX)
- Situations that make them nervous or anxious (review domain ANX)
- Not sure.
Q - 1.17): Pinpointing Anger Hotspot
Is there ONE place where these anger outbursts happen way more than others?
Tick the main one!
- At school and/or daycare (review domain ANX, ADHD, LD)
- At home and/or with extended family (review domain ODD, ADHD)
- Public places or social events (review domain ANX, ASD)
- Some other place not mentioned here.
- Nope, nowhere specific. (This option not allowed, if other options chosen; If this option chosen, other options not allowed)
Q 1.18): Reflecting on Most Intense Outburst
Think back to the PAST MONTH. What's the biggest anger moment you remember from your child? Rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - All Cool: 'No significant anger outbursts, completely calm behavior.'
- 2 - Mild Irritation: 'Some snippy or cheeky comments, minor irritation.'
- 4 - A Meltdown: 'A full-blown meltdown, without physical actions.'
- 6 - Verbal Aggression: 'Engaging in loud, verbal arguments, but no physical aggression.'
- 8 - Physical Expression: 'Expressing anger physically, like hitting walls or breaking things.'
- 10 - Physical Aggression: 'Manifesting anger through physical aggression, either self-harm or towards others.'
Q 1.19) Measuring Overall Severity of Emotional Episodes
This is about the general impression of severity of emotional episodes, as opposed to the single most intense episode we discussed in the last question.
Considering the PAST MONTH, how would you describe the overall severity of your child's anger episodes? Rate on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - All Clear: 'No anger episodes, completely calm overall.'
- 1 - Just a Tiny Bit: 'Very minor instances of anger, with no impact on daily life.'
- 3 - Mild: 'Occasional anger, but manageable and minorly affecting daily activities’
- 5 - Moderate: 'Clearly evident anger, somewhat difficult to manage and has noticeable impact on daily life.'
- 8 - Quite Intense: 'Significant anger, very difficult to manage and has a considerable impact on daily life.'
- 10 - Extremely Intense: 'Extremely severe anger surpassing any previous level, profoundly hindering and needs immediate attention’
Q 1.20): Determining Frequency of Emotional Outbursts
Reflecting on the PAST MONTH, how frequently has your child experienced these emotional outbursts? Rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - Total Calm: 'Not even once, a completely calm month.'
- 2 - Rare Occurrences: 'Just once or twice in the last month, slightly noticeable.'
- 4 - Occasional: 'Maybe around 3 or 4 times in total in the last month.'
- 6 - Frequent: 'A couple of times each week, fairly regular.'
- 8 - Nearly Daily: 'Part of the routine, almost a daily occurrence.'
- 10 - Multiple Daily Episodes : ‘Extremely frequent, numerous daily occurrences’
Q - 1.21): Understanding Daily Patterns of Emotional Regulation
Detecting these patterns helps uncover potential triggers, shedding light on root causes.
Is there a specific time of day when these big anger moments usually happen for your child? Tap ALL that fit!
- More intense at bedtime (review domain ADHD, ODD, ANX)
- Right in the morning, before school (review domain ADHD, ODD, ANX)
- Sometime in the afternoon. (review domain ADHD, ODD)
- Nope, no pattern I can see. (This option not allowed, if other options chosen; If this option chosen, other options not allowed)
Q - 1.22): Tracing Weekly & Monthly Patterns of Emotional Regulation
Recognizing these patterns aids in identifying triggers and understanding underlying factors.
Do you notice any weekly or monthly rhythm to your child's big anger moments? Choose ALL the options that ring a bell:
- A sort of rollercoaster: super happy or really irritable moods, then back to normal, then maybe even a bit down. The twist? It doesn't seem to be caused by stuff happening around them.
- Specifically on Sunday nights. (review domain ANX)
- Only for girls: Gets worse around her period (review domain DEP)
- I can't spot any pattern. (This option not allowed, if other options chosen; If this option chosen, other options not allowed)
Q - 1.23) Assessing Potential Signs of Bipolar Disorder
Taking a closer look based on your previous answer, when your child has those super happy or really intense moments, have you noticed any of the changes listed below.
Remember, we're searching for things that stand out from their usual behavior. Tap all that seems familiar.
- Like they've turned on a turbo mode: super energetic and everywhere at once!
- Suddenly very focused on certain tasks or goals.
- Acting as if they're on top of the world.
- Thoughts seem to bounce around rapidly, almost like their mind is racing.
- Talking speed: fast and unstoppable like it's pressurized and hard to steer (Note: It's different and much more from just being excited and chatty).
- Sleep? Who needs it? Feeling pumped with less sleep and still fresh the next day.
- Taking risks that are out of character, like behaviors that are overly daring or unusual for them (like becoming super flirtatious, or trying out illicit substances).
- None of the above (This option not allowed, if other options chosen; If this option chosen, other options not allowed)
DOMAIN 2: ADHD
Q2.1): Screening for ADHD
Does your child often seem distracted, restless, or act impulsively in daily activities?
- Yes
- No
Q 2.2) Classroom Focus and Attention
Recognizing inattention in the classroom setting can be a crucial step in identifying potential ADHD.
Now, picture your child in their school's classroom. Do they often seem lost in their own world or find it hard to stay tuned in?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
- Not applicable
Q 2.3) Delving into Possible ADHD Symptom Origins
Let's explore further within the classroom environment to pinpoint the reasons behind inattention.
In which class or subject does your child most frequently lose focus?
- Just one particular subject (review LD)
- A few subjects here and there (review LD)
- The majority of their classes
- Every single subject
- Not sure
Q2.4) Delving into Possible ADHD Symptom Origins
Let's dive into your child's mind for a moment. When they're in the classroom, where do their thoughts tend to drift?
Please tick ALL the boxes that fit:
- Daydreaming about unrelated things (like, "Hmm, what's for dinner?")
- Classroom & school-related worries: "Will the teacher ask me a question? What if I get the answer wrong?" "Are my classmates talking about me?" (review domain ANX)
- Concerns related to home and family (review domain ANX)
- Reflecting on past memories, especially those that were stressful or unsettling (review domain PTSD)
- Unsure (Allowed only if answers not chosen from 1-4. If this is chosen other options are not allowed)
Q 2.5) Attention Patterns Beyond the Classroom
Understanding focus challenges beyond academic settings can provide a holistic view of your child's attention span.
Outside of school, in which situations does your child often become distracted or lose concentration? Tick ALL that match:
- While tackling homework.
- Handling chores (e.g., room cleanup, dishwashing).
- During day-to-day routines (like brushing or showering)
- Engaging in sports.
- Participating in extracurriculars.
- Chatting with others.
- Not sure or none of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 2.6) Spotting ADHD Symptoms in Daily Moments
When observing your child's attention & focus, which of these moments feel familiar? Tick ALL that resonate:
- Daily tasks such as homework and chores tend to slip their memory
- They breeze past details, making those little slip-ups in tasks.
- They frequently become sidetracked by distractions
- During conversations, they seem lost in their own world.
- They start tasks enthusiastically but struggle to complete them.
- None of these ring a bell (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 2.7) Assessing Your Child's Organizational Skills
Understanding these habits can provide insights into potential ADHD symptoms.
Which of these organizational challenges does your child often face? Select ALL appropriate responses:
- Struggles to tackle tasks in order.
- Has a hard time keeping their room and things tidy.
- Time management seems to be a consistent challenge
- Missing deadlines is more of a norm than an exception.
- Often finds themselves on a mini treasure hunt for basics – be it school supplies, books, keys, glasses, or that ever-elusive phone!
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q2.8) Exploring ADHD's Impact on Learning and Emotions
ADHD can affect learning, behavior, feelings, and friendships. Understanding ADHD's influence can help tailor interventions to support your child's specific needs.
Tick ALL the statements that sound like your child:
- Struggles to keep up with lessons, affecting grades (review domain LD)
- Often misses turning in assignments, impacting scores.
- Puts in extra effort to achieve average grades. (review domain LD)
- Feels constantly overwhelmed with assignments and deadlines. (review domain ANX)
- Feels stressed or dislikes school-related tasks.
- Doubts their abilities due to academic challenges. (review domain DEP)
- Gets angry if asked to correct their work. (review domain MODY)
- Feels resistant, upset or angry about homework. (review domain LD, DEP, MODY)
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 2.9) Age of Onset: Inattention and Poor Organization
When did you begin to notice your child exhibiting signs of inattention and poor organization?
- Infancy (0-2 years)
- Early Childhood or preschool years (3-5 years)
- Middle Childhood or school-age (6-8 years)
- Late Childhood or tween years (9-11 years)
- Adolescence (12-18 years)
- Not Sure
Q 2.10) Gauging Severity of Inattention & Poor Organization
Recall the recent questions we've asked about how your child manages attention and organization.
Based on your reflections, how would you rate their attention and organization over the PAST MONTH on a scale from 0 to 10? Please select the number that best represents your child's experience in these areas
- 0 - No challenges: ‘Everything is in perfect order - no issues with attention or organization.’
- 1 - Minimal challenges: ‘Barely noticeable hiccups, but generally, things are well-managed and have no impact on daily life.’
- 3 - Mild challenges: 'Some occasional difficulties, but they're easily manageable and not greatly affecting the daily activities.’
- 5 - Moderate challenges: ‘Clearly evident issues, somewhat difficult to manage and moderately affecting daily life.’
- 8 - Severe challenges: ‘Significant struggles, very difficult to manage, often hindering daily activities.’
- 10 - Extremely severe challenges: "Overwhelming and constant challenges surpassing any previous level of intensity, severely impacting daily life."
Q 2.11) Assessing Hyperactivity Through Daily Habits
Reflecting on your child's daily energy and routines, which statements resonate with your child? Please select ALL that stand out:
- When they're engaged in activities or playing, their volume often goes up a notch, sometimes causing disruptions.
- Restlessness is their sidekick, and sitting still seems like a challenge.
- They have a rhythm of their own, often fidgeting, tapping hands or feet, or constantly shifting in their seat.
- Their words flow freely, sometimes more abundantly than situations might call for.
- Friendships can be tricky, sometimes their energetic vibe can feel intense to peers or come across as stepping into personal bubbles
- None of these hit the mark. (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 2.12) Age of Onset: Hyperactivity
When did you begin to notice your child exhibiting signs of hyperactivity?
- Infancy (0-2 years)
- Early Childhood or preschool years (3-5 years)
- Middle Childhood or school-age (6-8 years)
- Late Childhood or tween years (9-11 years)
- Adolescence (12-18 years)
- Not sure or Not applicable
Q 2.13) Assessing Hyperactivity Levels
Recall the recent questions we've discussed regarding your child's hyperactivity.
Considering your reflections, how would you rate their level of hyperactivity over the PAST MONTH on a scale from 0 to 10? Choose the number that best represents your child's hyperactivity:
0 - Not Present: No signs of hyperactivity
1 - Minimal: Barely noticeable hyperactivity with no impact on daily life
3 - Mild: Occasional hyperactivity, generally manageable and not greatly affecting daily activities
5 - Moderate: Very much noticeable and regular hyperactivity, somewhat difficult to manage, with noticeable impact on daily life
8 - Severe: Significant, often challenging hyperactivity with considerable impact on daily life and very difficult to manage
10 - Extremely Severe: Overwhelming and constant hyperactivity, surpassing any previous levels, severely impacting daily functioning.
Q 2.14) Assessing Impulsivity as an ADHD Indicator
Impulsivity is a key dimension of ADHD. Recognizing it helps in understanding the condition better.
Which of the following behaviors mirrors your child? Tick ALL that apply:
- Waiting in lines? They'd rather not!
- Jumping into conversations or games without waiting? That's them.
- Taking things without asking? Happens often.
- Answering before the question is complete? Typical of them.
- Emotions driving sudden reactions? Yes, that too.
- None of the above. (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 2.15) Age of Onset: Impulsivity
When did you begin to notice your child exhibiting signs of impulsivity?
- Infancy (0-2 years)
- Early Childhood or preschool years (3-5 years)
- Middle Childhood or school-age (6-8 years)
- Late Childhood or tween years (9-11 years)
- Adolescence (12-18 years)
- Not sure or Not applicable
Q 2.16) Rating Your Child's Impulsivity
Consider your previous responses about your child's impulsive behavior.
Based on your observations over the PAST MONTH, how intense is their impulsivity? Please rate it on a scale from 0 to 10:
0 - No Signs of Impulsivity: Completely absent
1 - Minimal: Barely noticeable and inconsequential
3 - Mild: Occasional impulsivity, easily manageable and not greatly affecting daily activities
5 - Moderate: Regularly impulsive, somewhat difficult to manage with noticeable impact on daily life
8 - Severe: Frequent and challenging impulsivity with considerable impact on daily life and very difficult to manage
10 - Very Severe: Extremely high levels of impulsivity surpassing any previous levels, significantly impacting daily functioning.
DOMAIN 3: Oppositional Defiant/Conduct Disorder
Q 3.1) Screening for Signs of Oppositional Defiance
Based on your overall experience, do you perceive your child as often exhibiting argumentative or defiant behaviors?
- Yes
- No
Q 3.2) Delving into Signs of Defiant Behavior
Which behaviors best describe your child's interactions with authority figures or peers? Choose ALL that apply.
- Engages in arguments with adults.
- Disregards set rules
- Resists following directions
- Intentionally annoys others
- Shifts blame for their actions onto others.
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 3.3) Pinpointing Hotspots for Defiant Behavior
Is there ONE place where this kind of behavior happens way more than others?
Tick the main one!
- Home
- Extended family like grandparents
- School and/or daycare (review domain ADHD)
- Some other place
- More or less equally across all environments (review domain ADHD, MODY)
- Not sure
Q 3.4) Assessing for Vindictive Tendencies
Vindictiveness can be indicative of Oppositional Defiant Disorder, guiding our diagnosis.
Has your child ever displayed an overwhelming desire for revenge?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 3.5) Age of Onset: Oppositional & Defiant Behavior
At what point did you first observe signs of defiance in your child?
- Infancy (0-2 years) (Review domain ASD)
- Early Childhood or preschool years (3-5 years) (Review domain ADHD)
- Middle Childhood or school-age (6-8 years) (Review domain ADHD)
- Late Childhood or tween years (9-11 years)
- Adolescence (12-18 years) (Review domain DMDD)
- Not Sure
3.6) Measuring the Degree of Oppositional Behavior
Reflect on your responses to the recent questions about your child's oppositional conduct
Based on those insights, how would you rate the intensity of these oppositional behaviors over the LAST MONTH? On a scale of 1-10, select the level that best describes their behavior:
- 0 - No Symptoms: 'No oppositional behavior observed.'
- 1 - Minimal: 'Rarely shows oppositional behavior with no impact on daily life.'
- 3 - Mild: 'Occasional opposition, but generally manageable and not greatly affecting daily activities’. '
- 5 - Moderate: 'Regular oppositional behavior, somewhat difficult to manage and has a noticeable impact on daily life.'
- 8 - Severe: 'Frequent and challenging oppositional actions, very difficult to manage and have a considerable impact on daily life.'
- 10 - Very Severe: 'Extremely high levels of opposition surpassing any previous levels, severely affecting daily functioning’.
Q 3.7) Probing Conduct Disorder Traits
Building on our discussion about ODD, we're now exploring behaviors associated with Conduct Disorder.
Has your child ever exhibited any of the following actions? Please select ALL that apply:
- Left home in a manner that made you think they had run away.
- Taken valuable items without the owner's immediate knowledge.
- Damaged someone else's belongings intentionally
- Entered someone's house, building, or car without permission.
- Intentionally set fires.
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
DOMAIN 4: Anxiety
Q 4.1) Screening for Generalized Anxiety and Phobias
Let's navigate the realm of worries and fears. Has your child frequently expressed feelings of anxiety, or perhaps mentioned a specific fear or phobia?
- Yes
- No
Q 4.2) School-Related Anxieties
Navigating school life brings its unique set of challenges. Let's pinpoint what's on your child's mind.
What aspects of school life do your child worry about? Choose ALL that apply:
- Grades or academic performance (review domain ADHD, LD)
- Tests and quizzes (review domain ADHD, LD)
- Disappointing teachers (review domain ADHD, LD)
- Getting in trouble (review domain ADHD)
- Performing in front of others, like class presentations or extracurricular activities
- Interaction with peers
- Something else
- None or I am not sure (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 4.3) Honing in on Top Concerns in School
From the issues identified in the last question, which single aspect of school life weighs most heavily on your child's mind? Choose the main stressor:
- Grades or academic performance (review domain ADHD, IDLD)
- Tests and quizzes (review domain ADHD, IDLD)
- Disappointing teachers (review domain ADHD, IDLD)
- Getting in trouble (review domain ADHD)
- Performing in front of others, like class presentations or extracurricular activities
- Interaction with peers
- Something else
- Not quite sure
Q 4.4) Identifying Key Challenges in Peer Interactions
Based on your previous response, it seems that interacting with peers is a challenging area for your child in school. Let's explore this further.
Could you identify the primary factor that might be contributing to your child's difficulty in engaging with other kids? Select ALL that seem relevant:
- Feeling anxious during interactions
- Feeling different or having little in common with peers (review domain ASD)
- Difficulty in starting or keeping up conversations (review domain ASD)
- Lack of interest in forming friendships (review domain ASD)
- High energy levels leading to conflicts or overwhelming peers (review domain ADHD)
- Irritability that may repel peers (review domain DEP)
- Displays of anger towards other children (review domain DMDD)
- Experiencing bullying
- Something else
- Not quite sure
Q 4.5) Home Life Worries
Home is where the heart is, and it's essential to know what's weighing on your child's heart.
What aspects of home life does your child seem most concerned about? Select ALL relevant options:
- Disappointing parents
- Relationships with family
- Family's financial situation
- Health of family members
- Safety of family members
- Getting in trouble (review domain ADHD)
- Something else
- None or I am not sure (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 4.6) Self-related worries explored
Recognizing worries about self provides a glimpse into your child's internal thought process and fears.
What self-centric concerns has your child conveyed or demonstrated? Mark ALL that are applicable:
- Their own health
- Their own safety
- Worries about the future
- Something else
- None or I am not sure (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 4.7) Worries related to Social life
Unraveling social concerns helps us grasp how your child interacts and perceives their social world.
Which social aspects seem to concern your child the most? Check ALL that resonate:
- Quality of friendships
- Being liked by others
- Feeling left out or excluded
- Interactions on social media
- Group dynamics and fitting in
- Something else
- None or I am not sure (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 4.8) Probing Separation Anxiety
Understand how your child feels when separated from familiar surroundings or people can offer pivotal insights into their emotional framework.
Does your child become excessively distressed or uneasy when away from home or separated from you?
- Yes
- No
Q 4.9) Diving Deep into School Vibes
Having explored the wide array of anxiety-inducing factors, let's refocus on the role of school. This insight will guide our understanding and shape tailored interventions.
Which statement best reflects the impact of school on their anxiety?
- School is a major source, accounting for over 75% of their anxiety
- School is a significant contributor, representing 50-75% of their anxiety
- School plays a moderate role, contributing to 25-50% of their anxiety.
- School has a minor impact, making up less than 25% of their anxiety.
- School is a place of tranquility, not a source of anxiety for them.
Q 4.10) Identifying Specific Phobias
Recognizing phobias can shape our approach to alleviating anxiety.
Does your child have any of the following intense fears or phobias? Select ALL that fit:
- Being alone
- Extreme weather
- Darkness
- Needles
- Insects
- Driving
- Flying
- Heights
- Thinking about germs
- Something else
- No - My child does not exhibit any intense fears or phobias. (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 4.11) Quantifying Generalized Anxiety and Phobias
In the last set of questions, we probed into your child's everyday worries, a key indicator of generalized anxiety.
Based on those insights, how would you rate the severity of their anxiety symptoms over the LAST MONTH? On a scale from 0 to 10, select the level that best describes their anxiety:
- 0 - No Symptoms: ‘No anxiety or phobias detected’.
- 1 - Minimal: ‘Very slight anxiety, hardly noticeable with no impact on daily life’.
- 3 - Mild: ‘Some anxiety present, but easily manageable and not greatly affecting daily activities’.
- 5 - Moderate: ‘Clearly evident anxiety symptoms, somewhat difficult to manage and have noticeable impact on daily life’.
- 8 - Severe: ‘Strong and frequent anxiety, very difficult to manage and have considerable impact on daily life’.
- 10 - Very Severe: ‘Extremely intense anxiety or phobias surpassing any previous levels, severely affecting daily life’.
Q 4.13) Assessing Social Comfort Zones
We aim to gauge your child's ease in various social settings.
In which scenarios does your child typically feel uneasy? Please choose ALL relevant options.
- Being around groups of people
- Meeting unfamiliar people
- In unfamiliar environments or settings
- While trying new activities or tasks
- When performing in front of others
- Being watched while eating or drinking
- Being in other situations not listed here
- Not sure
Q 4.14) Assessing the Level of Social Anxiety
In the last set of questions, we discussed your child's anxiety in social situations.
Reflecting on those insights, how would you rate their level of unease in social settings over the PAST MONTH on a scale from 0 to 10? Please select the number that best represents their level of social anxiety.
- 0 - Perfectly Calm: 'No signs of stress or anxiety in social situations.'
- 1 - Minimal: 'A Bit anxious, barely noticeable in social settings and no impact on social behavior'.
- 3 -Mild: 'Somewhat uneasy in social interactions but generally manageable and not greatly affecting social behavior’
- 5 - Moderate: 'Clear signs of discomfort, somewhat difficult to manage, noticeably affecting social behavior’
- 8 - Severe: 'Significant stress in social environments, challenging to manage and have considerable impact on social behavior.'
- 10 - Very Severe: 'Extreme levels of stress in social settings surpassing any previous levels, heavily impacting social interactions.'
Q 4.15) Probing Avoidance Patterns from Anxiety & Phobias
We aim to understand the extent to which anxiety impacts their daily life, guiding us in personalized treatment suggestions.
Does your child avoid any places, people or situations due to anxiety?
- Yes
- No
Q 4.16) Physical Symptoms Linked to Anxiety
Anxiety can manifest in physical symptoms; identifying these can guide us in prescribing targeted interventions.
In the past month, has your child shown any physical signs that might be linked to feeling anxious?
- Yes
- No
Q 4.17) Listing Physical Symptoms of Anxiety
Please specify ALL physical signs you've observed in your child that seem to be related to anxiety:
- Shortness of breath
- Feeling like they are choking
- Heart racing
- Stomach ache
- Upset stomach
- Nausea
- Feeling dizziness
- Chest pain
- Shaking or trembling
- Sweating more than usual
- Feeling like they might faint
- Tingling sensation
- Getting chills
- Experiencing hot flashes
- Other symptoms not listed here
Q 4.18) Patterns of Anxiety Manifestation
Understanding patterns helps pinpoint potential underlying causes of anxiety.
Are there specific times or situations when your child appears notably more anxious? Please mark ALL the relevant moments:
- Every morning before school (review domain ADHD)
- Each night at bedtime (review domain ADHD)
- Typically on Sunday evenings (review domain ADHD)
- When facing other scenarios not mentioned above
- None or I am not sure (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 4.19) Analyzing Personality Traits Linked to Anxiety
Delving into personality traits can shed light on predispositions to anxiety.
Which of the following descriptors best align with your child's personality? Choose ALL that resonate with your child’s personality:
- Aims for perfection in everything
- Prefers to know details well in advance to prepare
- Holds themselves to very high standards and gets upset if they aren't met
- Tries to avoid conflicts or confrontations
- Feels stressed when multiple tasks pile up or deadlines approach
- Gets embarrassed easily
- None (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 4.20) Age of Onset: Anxiety
Thinking over our conversation about anxiety, at what stage did you first recognize anxious behaviors in your child?
- Infancy (0-2 years)
- Early childhood or preschool years (3-5 years)
- Middle childhood or school-age (6-8 years)
- Late childhood or tween years (9-11 years)
- Adolescence (12-18 years)
- Not Sure
DOMAIN 5: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Q 5.1) Screening for Obsessions
Sometimes, kids have unexpected, unwanted, intrusive and repeated thoughts that just won't go away. These can be about staying clean, being scared of getting hurt or hurting someone, or other worrisome ideas.
Has your child talked about or shown signs of such thoughts?
- Yes
- No
Q 5.2) Exploring 'Contamination' Obsessions
In the past month, have you noticed or has your child shared any of these specific concerns? Just tap on ALL that ring true:
- Concerns of dirt, germs and certain illnesses
- Disgust with bodily waste or secretions
- Excessive concern with environmental contaminants (like radiation, toxic waste etc.)
- Excessive concern with household items (eg, cleaners)
- Excessive concern about animals/insects
- Distress over sticky substances or residues
- Fear of falling sick due to a contaminant
- Worry about accidentally making others sick by spreading contaminant
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.3) Understanding Aggressive-Thought Obsessions
In the past month, which of these concerns has your child expressed or seemed to experience? Choose ALL that resonate:
- Fear might harm self
- Fear might harm others
- Fear harm will come to self
- Fear harm will come to others
- Violent or horrific images
- Fear of blurting out obscenities or insults
- Fear of doing something embarrassing
- Fear will act on unwanted impulses
- Fear will steal things
- Fear will harm others because not careful enough (eg, hit/run motor vehicle accident)
- Fear will be responsible for something else terrible happening (eg, fire, burglary, flood)
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.4) Examining Religious Obsessions
Over the past month, which of these faith-related thoughts has your child expressed or seemed to wrestle with? Mark ALL that feel relevant:
- Excessive concern or fear of offending religious objects
- Excessive concern with right and wrong morally
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.5) Unpacking Somatic Obsessions
Over the past month, which of these body sensation-related thoughts has your child been particularly aware of or mentioned? Select ALL that stand out:
- Excessive concern with illness or disease
- Excessive concern with body part or aspect of appearance
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.6) Gently touching on a sensitive topic: obsessions linked to sexuality
Over the past month, has your child expressed or seemed to struggle with any of these sexuality-related thoughts? Kindly select ALL that apply:
- Forbidden sexual thoughts or/and images
- Fear of engaging in inappropriate sexual behavior towards others
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.7) Exploring Other Obsessive Thoughts in Your Child
Over the past month, have any of these obsessions popped up in your child's mind?
Please check ALL that sound familiar:
- The need to know and remember
- Fear of saying certain things
- Fear of not saying the right thing
- Intrusive (non-violent) images
- Intrusive sounds, words, music or numbers
- Fear of losing things
- Lucky/unlucky numbers, colors, words
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.8) Impact of Obsessive Thoughts on Daily Activities
To accurately diagnose and support your child, we need to understand how their obsessive thoughts affect their daily life.
Are your child's obsessive thoughts disrupting their school, social life, or other important activities?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 5.9) Deeper Analysis of the Impact of Obsessive Thoughts on Child's Functioning
Building on our previous discussion, let's delve deeper into how your child's obsessive thoughts affect their day-to-day life.
On a scale from 0 to 10, please rate the degree of interference caused by your child's obsessive thoughts over the LAST MONTH:
- 0 - No Interference: ‘No impact on daily activities.’
- 3 - Mild Interference: ‘Minor disruption, but overall performance is maintained.’
- 5 - Moderate Interference: ‘Noticeable effect, somewhat difficult to manage.’
- 8 - Severe Interference: ‘Significant impairment in daily functioning.’
- 10 - Extreme Interference: ‘Incapacitating, profoundly hinders daily life.’
Q 5.10) Assessing Distress from Obsessive Thoughts
Understanding if your child's obsessive thoughts are a source of distress or anxiety is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plan.
Are your child's obsessive thoughts causing them distress or anxiety?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 5.11) Assessing the Severity of Distress from Obsessive Thoughts
Following up on your previous response, we aim to gauge the severity of the distress caused by your child's obsessive thoughts.
On a scale from 0 to 10, how would you rate the level of distress your child has experienced from their obsessive thoughts over the PAST MONTH:
- 0 - None: ‘No distress is caused.’
- 1 - Minimal: ‘Barely noticeable distress’
- 2 - Mild: ‘Occasional distress but easily manageable’
- 5 - Moderate: ‘Regular distress, somewhat difficult to manage’
- 8 - Severe: ‘Significant distress, very difficult to manage’
- 10 - Very Severe: ‘Constant and debilitating distress surpassing all previous levels, requiring immediate attention’
Q 5.12) Evaluating the Stickiness of these Obsessive Thoughts
Has your child found it challenging to push away these thoughts or halt them?
- Yes
- No
- I am not sure
Note: Answer to this question is not logged into clinical note.
Q 5.13) Screening for Compulsions
In OCD, compulsions are like rituals – repeated actions performed to ease anxiety or avert imagined bad outcomes.
Have you spotted your child engaging in such repetitive actions?
- Definitely seen it.
- Haven't noticed anything.
Q 5.14) Unpacking Cleaning and Washing Compulsions
In the last month, which of these behaviors have you observed in your child?
Please tick ALL of the following actions you've observed:
- Excessive or ritualized hand washing
- Excessive or ritualized showering, bathing, tooth brushing, grooming, toilet routine
- Excessive cleaning of items
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.15) Exploring 'Checking' Compulsions
In the past month, have you observed your child repeatedly checking things?
Please identify ALL the behaviors from the following list that are familiar or recognizable to you:
- Checking locks, toys, school books/items, etc.
- Checking that did not/will not harm others
- Checking that did not/will not harm self
- Checking that nothing terrible did/will happen
- Checking that did not make mistake
- Checking tied to somatic obsessions
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.16) Spotting "Repeating" Rituals
Over the past month, did you notice your child engaging in any repeated rituals or habits?
Please select ALL the behaviors from the following list that resonate with their actions:
- Rereading, erasing, or rewriting
- Need to repeat activities (eg, in/out of doorway, up/down from chair)
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.17) Tuning into Counting Compulsions
Please check off ALL the behaviors listed below that ring a bell:
- Counting objects
- Counting numbers
- Counting words
- Counting something else
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.18) Examining Ordering and Arranging Compulsions
Over the last month, did you notice your child frequently organizing or rearranging items?
Please mark ALL the behaviors listed below that you've noticed:
- Lining items up in a certain way
- Arranging items in a specific pattern
- Shuffle items to achieve symmetry
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.19) Shedding Light on Some Other Compulsions
Over the last month, have you observed your child displaying any of the following actions?
Simply tick ALL that resonate with what you've seen:
- Feeling a need to tell, ask or confess
- Feeling a need to touch, tap, or rub
- Hoarding or collecting items lacking monetary or sentimental value
- Following specific eating rituals
- Making lists more than usual
- Taking measures (not just checking) to prevent harm to self or others
- Taking measures (not just checking) to prevent any terrible consequences
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 5.20) Impact of Compulsive Behaviors on Daily Activities
To provide the most effective diagnosis and assistance for your child, it's important to gauge the impact of their compulsive behaviors on everyday life.
Do your child's compulsive behaviors interfere with their school performance, social interactions, or other crucial daily activities?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 5.21) Deeper Analysis of the Impact of Compulsive Behaviors on Child's Functioning
Building on our previous conversation, let's delve deeper into how much your child's compulsive behaviors impact their daily activities.
On a scale from 0 to 10, how much interference have you observed in your child's life due to compulsive behaviors, considering the PAST MONTH?
- 0 - No Interference: ‘No impact on daily activities.’
- 3 - Mild Interference: ‘Minor disruption, but overall performance is maintained.’
- 5 - Moderate Interference: ‘Noticeable effect, somewhat difficult to manage.’
- 8 - Severe Interference: ‘Significant impairment in daily functioning.’
- 10 - Extreme Interference: ‘Incapacitating, profoundly hinders daily life.’
Q 5.22) Gauging Distress from Compulsive Behaviors
Determining whether your child's compulsive behaviors are a source of distress or anxiety is vital for an accurate diagnosis and an effective treatment plan.
Do your child's compulsive behaviors result in distress or anxiety?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 5.23) Assessing the Severity of Distress from Compulsive Behaviors
Following up on your previous response, we aim to gauge the severity of the distress caused by your child's compulsive behaviors.
On a scale from 0 to 10, how would you rate the severity of distress experienced by your child due to these behaviors over the PAST MONTH?
- 0 - None: ‘No distress is caused.’
- 1 - Minimal: ‘Barely noticeable distress’
- 2 - Mild: ‘Occasional distress but easily manageable’
- 5 - Moderate: ‘Regular distress, somewhat difficult to manage’
- 8 - Severe: ‘Significant distress, very difficult to manage’
- 10 - Very Severe: ‘Constant and debilitating distress surpassing all previous levels, requiring immediate attention’
Q 5.24) Evaluating the Hold of Compulsive Behaviors
Has your child found it challenging to stop or resist these behaviors?
- Yes
- No
- I am not sure
Note: Answer to this question is not logged into clinical note.
DOMAIN 6: Depression (DEP)
Q 6.1) Screening for Signs of Depression
Recently, have you observed your child feeling unusually sad, tearful, or easily brought to tears?
- Yes
- No
Q 6.2) Negative Thought Patterns in Depression
Our thoughts often shape our emotions, and persistent negative thinking can be linked to feelings of sadness or depression.
Let's dive deeper into your child's mindset. Which of the following thought patterns have you noticed in your child lately? Select ALL that resonate with your child:
- Often seems to lack hope.
- Expresses self-doubt or speaks negatively about themselves.
- Tends to have a pessimistic perspective
- Believes or voices feelings of unworthiness
- Frequently displays signs of guilt or regret.
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 6.3) Behavioral Indicators of Depression
Depressive emotions can sometimes manifest as noticeable changes in behavior.
In the recent weeks, have you observed any of the following shifts in your child's behavior? Please tick ALL that resonate:
- Has lost interest in once-loved activities
- Increasingly seeks solitude or shies away from social gatherings
- Often appears fatigued or lacks energy
- isn't eating as usual
- Experiences disturbed sleep patterns
- Demonstrates heightened irritability
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 6.4) Probing Severe Depressive Indicators
Understanding the depth of emotional challenges is crucial for tailored care. Some symptoms might suggest a heightened concern in terms of depression severity.
With that context, in the past month, have you noted any of these behaviors or sentiments in your child? Indicate ALL choices that apply:
- Regularly mentioning or alluding to death
- Sharing thoughts of self-injury, without specifying a method
- Expressing intentions of self-harm with a distinct plan in mind
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 6.5) Spotting the Stress Spots
Life's ups and downs can sometimes amplify feelings of sadness or depression.
Thinking about your child's recent experiences, have they faced hurdles or stress in these areas. Check ALL that apply:
- School
- Home
- Social life
- Not sure or None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Note: Answer to this question is not logged into clinical note.
Q 6.6) Zooming In on School Stressors
School challenges come in many shades. Gaining clarity on these can pave the way to better understanding and support.
Which area of school life feels most challenging for your child right now? Pick ALL options that are relevant:
- School work (Review domain ADHD)
- Interaction with teachers (Review domain ANX)
- Interaction with peers (Review domain ADHD, ANX)
- Something else
- Not sure (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 6.7) Diving Deeper into life stressors
The context behind each challenge is essential for comprehensive care.
Could you provide a bit more insight into the specific situations or events that have been stressful for your child?
________ (FREE TEXT PARAGRAPH) ______________
Q 6.8) Gauging the Severity of Depression
Consider the recent discussions about your child's emotional well-being and sadness.
Based on your reflections of the PAST MONTH, how would you rate the severity of your child's depression on a scale of 1-10? Choose the option that best describes their emotional state:
- 0 - Full of Joy: 'Completely happy and joyful, no signs of sadness.'
- 1 - Minimal: 'Barely noticeable sadness that has no impact on their daily life’.
- 3 - Mild: 'Occasional sadness, but easily manageable and doesn't hinder adaptability.'
- 5 - Moderate: 'Regularly feels down, with some difficulty in managing to cope and noticeably affects daily activities.'
- 8 - Severe: Very depressed, challenging to manage and significantly disrupting everyday life.'
- 10 - Very Severe: ‘Extremely depressed, surpassing any previous levels, profoundly hindering daily functioning, needs urgent attention’
Q 6.9) Tracking Self-Harm Tendencies
Insights into self-harming behaviors is key to understanding emotional struggles and shaping personalized care.
In the PAST MONTH, how frequently has your child engaged in self-harm?
- Not at All: 'No instances of self-harm observed in the past month.'
- Rare Occurrences: 'Isolated incidents, just once or twice in the last month.'
- Occasional: ‘A few tough days, a few episodes of self-harm in the past month’
- Frequent: ‘Several episodes of self harm each week, fairly regular’
- Nearly Daily: 'Self-harm happening almost every day.'
- Multiple Daily Episodes: ‘Extremely frequent, self-harm is a constant concern’
Q 6.10) Exploring Self-Harm History
Past behaviors, even if they've changed, offer valuable insights into emotional well-being and potential triggers.
BEYOND THE LAST MONTH, has your child shown signs of self-harm, such as cutting or scratching?
- Yes
- No
Q 6.11) Identifying Risks of Suicidality
Addressing and understanding suicidal behaviors is paramount. These insights not only shed light on the immediate risks but also help us fine-tune our approach, ensuring that our care is tailored, compassionate, and most effective for your child.
Reflecting on the PAST MONTH, has your child made any suicide attempts?
- Yes
- No
Q 6.12) Past Suicidal Actions Explored
Understanding past suicide attempts sheds light on your child's emotional journey, enabling us to craft a tailored treatment plan.
BEFORE THIS PAST MONTH, did your child ever attempt suicide?
- Yes
- No
Q 6.13) Age of Onset: Depression
Considering our discussion on depression, when did you first identify potential signs of depression in your child?
- Infancy (0-2 years)
- Early Childhood or preschool years (3-5 years)
- Middle Childhood or school-age (6-8 years)
- Late Childhood or tween years (9-11 years)
- Adolescence (12-18 years)
- Not Sure
DOMAIN 7: Trauma Related Disorders (TRAD)
Q 7.1) Trauma Exposure Inventory
Has your child ever been involved in or witnessed situations that could be considered traumatic? Please select any of the following that apply to your child's experiences:
- Personally encountered a traumatic event
- Witnessed a traumatic event occurring to others
- Became aware of a traumatic event that happened to a close family member or friend
- Subjected to sexual, physical, or emotional abuse
- Experienced neglect (explanation widgit: Neglect refers to the failure of caregivers to provide for the essential needs of a child. This encompasses the absence of adequate nutrition, shelter, clothing, and the emotional warmth and stimulation crucial for a child's well-being and development. It might stem from a lack of understanding of a child's needs or an oversight of their care. True neglect goes beyond occasional lapses; it's a persistent pattern that hampers a child's ability to thrive)
- none of these situations apply (option not allowed if other options chosen) (other options not allowed if this option chosen)
Q 7.2) Assessing Nighttime Distress
Recurring nightmares in children can often be a manifestation of unresolved stress or traumatic experiences.
Has your child been troubled by recurring nightmares about a distressing event or past trauma?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 7.3) Examining Frequency of Distressing Dreams
In the PAST MONTH, how frequently has your child experienced distressing dreams? Please rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - Not at All: 'No distressing dreams experienced.'
- 2 - Rare Occurrences: 'Isolated nightmares, just once or twice'
- 4 - Occasional: ‘A few incidents of distressing dreams’
- 6 - Frequent: ‘Experienced distressing dreams on several nights each week’
- 8 - Almost Every Night: 'Distressing dreams occurred almost every night.'
- 10 - More than Once Most Nights: 'Multiple distressing dreams in a single night, happening most nights.'
Q 7.4) Recurring Distressing Recollections
Children may sometimes replay troubling events in their minds, which can be a sign of underlying stress or trauma.
Has your child been frequently reliving distressing memories from a past upsetting event or experience?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 7.5) Gauging Frequency of Distressing Memories
In the PAST MONTH, how frequently has your child been troubled by distressing memories from a past event or experience? Please rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - Not at All: 'No distressing memories experienced in the past month.'
- 2 - Rare Occurrences: 'Isolated incidents of distressing memories, just once or twice in the last month.'
- 4 - Occasional: ‘A few incidents of distressing memories in the past month’
- 6 - Frequent: 'Experienced distressing memories several times a week.'
- 8 - Almost Every Day: 'Experienced distressing memories almost every day.'
- 10 - More than Once Daily: 'Multiple occurrences of distressing memories each day.’
Q 7.6) Assessing for Flashbacks
Flashbacks are intense, vivid moments where an individual feels as though they are reliving a past traumatic event in the present moment.
In the recent past, or at any time, has your child experienced 'flashbacks' related to a traumatic event or abuse?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 7.7) Analyzing frequency of flashbacks
In the PAST MONTH, how frequently has your child experienced flashbacks? Please rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - None: 'No flashbacks experienced in the past month.'
- 2 - Rare Occurrences: 'Isolated incidents of flashbacks, just once or twice in the last month.'
- 4 - Occasional: ‘A few incidents of flashbacks in the past month.’
- 6 - Frequent: 'Experienced flashbacks several times a week.'
- 8 - Almost Every Day: 'Experienced flashbacks almost every day.'
- 10 - More than Once Daily: 'Multiple occurrences of flashbacks each day.’
Q 7.8) Examining Episodes of Dissociation
Dissociative episodes can make someone feel as if they're observing themselves from afar or sense that their environment isn't quite real.
Has your child had moments where they felt detached or distant from their own thoughts or surroundings?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 7.9) Measuring frequency of dissociative episodes
In the PAST MONTH, how often has your child experienced dissociative episodes? Please rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - None: 'No dissociative episodes experienced in the past month.'
- 2 - Rare Occurrences: 'Isolated episodes of dissociation, just once or twice in the last month.'
- 4 - Occasional: ‘A few episodes of dissociation in the past month.’
- 6 - Frequent: 'Experienced dissociation several times a week.'
- 8 - Almost Every Day: 'Experienced dissociation almost every day.'
- 10 - More than Once Daily: 'Multiple episodes of dissociation each day.’
DOMAIN 8: Eating Disorder (ED)
Q 8.1) Screening for Signs of Eating Disorder
In recent times or previously, has your child shown any of these behaviors or thoughts? Select all the relevant behaviors:
- Limited or restricted consumption of food.
- Excessive emphasis on body weight or shape in self-assessment.
- Distorted self-perception of body weight or shape, such as feeling overweight despite evidence to the contrary.
- Retaining a body weight that is noticeably low for their age and height.
- None of the above. (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 8.2) Assessing Dietary Patterns: Insight into Your Child's Nutritional Intake
We're gathering information on your child's daily eating schedule to gain insights into their nutritional habits.
In the past month, how many meals a day has your child typically been eating?
- Regularly eats 3 or more meals
- Usually has 2 meals
- Mostly just 1 meal
- Skips meals, only snacking once or twice
- Doesn’t eat anything all all
Q 8.3) Monitoring Weight Fluctuations
Over the past month, have you observed any changes in your child's weight? How would you categorize this change?
- Remained about the same
- Loss or gain of under 2 pounds
- Loss between 2-4 pounds
- Lost more than 4 pounds
- Gained more than 2 pounds
Q 8.4) Physical Indicators of Eating Disorder Complications
Certain physical symptoms may be indicative of complications associated with eating disorders. It is crucial for us to recognize these signs early to manage and address any potential health concerns effectively
In the last month, has your child experienced any of the following? Kindly mark each symptom that applies:
- Absence of menstrual cycles
- Fatigue or a decline in energy during activities
- Increased sensitivity to cold temperatures
- Digestive discomfort, including constipation, abdominal pain, or bloating
- Heart palpitations or an unusual awareness of their heartbeat
- Episodes of lightheadedness or faintness
- Early satiety or feeling quickly full while eating
- Noticeable hair thinning or increased hair loss
- Excessive skin dryness
- Swelling in the extremities, particularly the feet
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 8.5) Assessing the Severity of Anorexia in Your Child
How intense have your child's anorexia-related challenges been over the LAST MONTH on a scale from 0 to 10? Please choose the number that most accurately reflects their experience:
- 0 - No Symptoms: ‘Shows a healthy relationship with food and body image.’
- 1 - Minimal Symptoms: ‘Exhibits rare concerns, but no significant impact on eating habits or self-perception.’
- 3 - Mild Symptoms: ‘Faces some struggles with food and body image, but these are easily manageable.’
- 5 - Moderate Symptoms: ‘Regularly struggles with food and body image, somewhat difficult to manage, with noticeable impact on daily routines.’
- 8 - Severe Symptoms: ‘Significant struggles with food and body image with regular disruptions in daily life and very difficult to manage.’
- 10 - Very Severe Symptoms: ‘Experiences overwhelming and constant challenges surpassing any previous levels, profoundly impacting daily life and requiring urgent attention.’
Q 8.6) Exploring Calorie Compensation Tactics
Sometimes, kids develop unique ways to deal with calories, and knowing this helps us care for their nutritional well-being.
In the last few months, has your child taken steps to 'undo' eating calories, such as inducing vomiting or skipping meals for a long stretch?
- Yes
- No
Q 8.7) Investigating Compensatory Behaviors
Which of the following measures has your child adopted to balance out calorie intake? Select ALL that resonate to your child’s behavior:
- Inducing vomiting
- Skipping meals for a long time (fasting)
- Exercising more than usual
- Using laxatives to control weight
- Using water pills (diuretics) to control weight
- Taking weight loss drugs
- Another method not mentioned here
- Not sure (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 8.8) Caloric Counterbalance Frequency
In the last question, we discussed the measures your child has adopted to balance out calorie intake.
Reflecting on those insights, how often has your child engaged in these compensatory behaviors to undo their caloric intake over the LAST MONTH? Please rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - Not at All: 'No episodes of compensatory behavior in the last month.'
- 2 - Rare Occurrences: 'Engaged in such measures once or twice in the last month.'4 - Occasional: 'Adopted these measures a few times in the last month.'
- 6 - Frequent: 'Several episodes a week of compensatory behavior.'
- 8 - Nearly Daily: 'Almost daily episodes of compensatory behavior.'
- 10 - More than Once a Day: 'Frequently, more than once a day, engaged in caloric counterbalancing.'
DOMAIN 9: PSYCHOSIS
Q 9.1) Screening for Psychosis: Auditory Hallucinations
Over the past month, has your child mentioned hearing voices that no one else seems to notice?
- Yes
- No
Q 9.2) Identifying Triggers for Auditory Events
Pinpointing the moments and situations that intensify these auditory experiences aids in reaching an accurate diagnosis and developing an effective treatment plan.
Below, please select ALL circumstances that you've noticed may aggravate your child's unique hearing experiences:
- At night (review domain ANX, DEP)
- When they are alone (review domain ANX, DEP)
- When thinking about past tough times (review domain DEP, PTS)
- Not sure or None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 9.3) Pinpointing Environmental Triggers for Auditory Episodes
Gaining insight into the settings that amplify your child's auditory experiences is key to providing an accurate diagnosis and developing an impactful care strategy.
Please indicate ALL the settings listed below that seem to amplify these auditory experiences:
- Around unfamiliar people (review domain ANX)
- In new or unfamiliar places (review domain ANX)
- In school (review domain ANX, IDLD)
- At home
- Not sure or None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 9.4) Emotional Triggers of Auditory Experiences
Understanding the emotional contexts in which your child might experience these auditory events assists in accurate diagnosis and informs our care plan.
Could you identify the emotional states during which your child's auditory experiences are more likely to occur? Please indicate ALL relevant emotions:
- During times of sadness (review domain DEP)
- When feeling anxious (review domain ANX)
- Amidst stress (review domain DEP, ANX)
- While feeling angry (review domain DEP, DMDD)
- Not sure or None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 9.5) Identifying the Voices: Familiarity and Perception
Do the voices your child hears sound like someone they know or have heard about in real life?
- Yes (review domain ANX, PTS)
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 9.6) Recognizing Voices: Personal Connections
If the voices sound familiar, can you identify who they resemble? For example, do they sound like family members, friends, or perhaps characters from stories or media that your child has been exposed to? Please elaborate:
_____________ LONG TEXT PARAGRAPH ___________
Q 9.7) Echoes of the Past: Auditory Recollections
Do these experiences of hearing things remind your child of something that happened in the past?
- Yes (review domain ANX, DEP, PTS)
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 9.8) Tracing Echoes: Identifying Past Memories
Could you share with us any specific memories or past experiences that seem to echo in the sounds or voices your child hears? Please elaborate:
_____________ LONG TEXT PARAGRAPH ___________
Q 9.9) Command Hallucinations: Assessing Directive Voices
Do these experiences of hearing things include voices that tell your child to do something or command them in any way?
- Yes
- No
Q 9.10) Safety Assessment
Have the voices your child hears ever suggested they hurt themselves or someone else?
- Yes
- No
Q 9.11) Safety Assessment
Has your child mentioned any specific plans to act on these voices' instructions?
- Yes
- No
Q 9.12) Identifying Calming Factors
Recognizing what helps to silence these voices can be beneficial in managing your child's experiences.
Are there specific activities, situations, or emotional states that seem to alleviate or silence the voices for your child?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 9.13) Explaining Calming Factors
Can you provide more details about the activities, circumstances or emotions that reduce the intensity of the voices your child hears? Please elaborate:
_____________FREE TEXT PARAGRAPH _____________
Q 9.14) Gauging the Intensity of Auditory Experiences
In the last TWO WEEKS, how powerful have the voices that your child perceives been? Please rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - Haven't Noticed Any: 'No auditory experiences of voices noticed in the last 2 weeks.'
- 1 - Minimal: 'Isolated incidents of barely perceptible voices in the last 2 weeks, no impact on daily life.’
- 3 - Mild: 'Occasional episodes of hearing voices in the last 2 weeks that were faint and easily manageable, minorly affecting daily activities.’
- 5 - Moderate: 'Voices are fairly strong, heard frequently, somewhat difficult to manage, and have a noticeable impact on daily life.’
- 8 - Severe: 'Voices are quite strong and distressing, very difficult to manage and have a considerable impact on daily life.’
- 10 - Very Severe: 'Voices are overwhelmingly loud and constant, surpassing any previous levels, profoundly hindering daily activities and require urgent attention.
Q 9.15) Screening for Psychosis: Visual Hallucinations
Over the past month, Has your child reported seeing things that are actually not there?
- Yes
- No
Q 9.16) Identifying Triggers for these visual events
Pinpointing the moments and situations that intensify these visual experiences aids in reaching an accurate diagnosis and developing an effective treatment plan.
Below, please select ALL the circumstances you've noticed that may aggravate your child's unique visual experiences:
- At night (review domain ANX, DEP)
- When they are alone (review domain ANX, DEP)
- When reflecting on past upsetting events (review domain DEP, PTS)
- Not sure or None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 9.17) Pinpointing Environmental Triggers for Auditory Episodes
Gaining insight into the settings that amplify your child's visual experiences is key to providing an accurate diagnosis and developing an impactful care strategy.
Please indicate ALL the settings listed below that seem to amplify these visual experiences:
- Around unfamiliar people (review domain ANX)
- In new or unfamiliar places (review domain ANX)
- In school (review domain ANX, LD)
- At home
- Not sure or None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 9.18) Emotional Triggers of Visual Experiences
Understanding the emotional contexts in which your child experiences these visual events assists in accurate diagnosis and informs our care plan.
Could you identify the emotional states during which your child's visual experiences are more likely to occur? Please indicate ALL relevant emotions:
- During times of sadness (review domain DEP)
- When feeling anxious (review domain ANX)
- Amidst stress (review domain DEP, ANX)
- While feeling angry (review domain DMDD)
- Not sure or None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 9.19) Identifying the Visuals: Familiarity and Perception
Do these visuals that your child experiences resemble someone they know or have heard about in real life?
- Yes (review domain ANX, PTS)
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 9.20) Recognizing Visuals: Personal Connections
Can you provide more details about these visuals and whom they might resemble? Elaborate here:
_____________FREE TEXT PARAGRAPH _____________
Q 9.21) Connecting Visual Experiences with Memories
Do the things your child sees connect to a memory or past event they've shared with you?
- Yes (review domain ANX, DEP, PTS)
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 9.22) Exploring the Past Connections of Visions
Can you share more about what your child has mentioned regarding these visions and their connection to past events? Please elaborate:
_____________FREE TEXT PARAGRAPH _____________
Q 9.23) Interpreting Visions: Instructions and Dictates
Does your child feel that these visions are giving them specific instructions or commands?
- Yes
- No
Q 9.24) Safety Assessment
Has your child ever mentioned that these visions suggest or urge them to harm themselves or someone else?
- Yes
- No
Q 9.25) Safety Assessment
Has your child shared any specific plans or steps they might take based on the instructions from these visions?
- Yes
- No
Q 9.26) Identifying Calming Factors
Recognizing what helps to reduce these visions can be beneficial in managing your child's experiences.
Are there specific activities, situations, or emotional states that seem to reduce these visions or make them disappear?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 9.27) Explaining Calming Factors
Can you detail any particular activities, environments, or emotional states that appear to soothe your child and lessen the occurrence of the visions they experience?
_____________FREE TEXT PARAGRAPH_____________
Q 9.28) Gauging the Intensity of Visual Experiences
In the last TWO WEEKS, how intense have the visual experiences that your child perceives been? Please rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - Haven't Noticed Any: 'No visual experiences noticed in the last 2 weeks.'
- 1 - Minimal: 'Isolated incidents of barely perceptible visions in the 2 weeks, no impact on daily life.’
- 3 - Mild: 'Occasional episodes of visions in the last 2 weeks that were faint and easily manageable, minorly affecting daily activities.’
- 5 - Moderate: 'Visions are fairly strong, experienced frequently, somewhat difficult to manage, and have a noticeable impact on daily life.’
- 8 - Severe: 'Visions are quite strong and distressing, very difficult to manage and have a considerable impact on daily life.’
- 10 - Very Severe: 'Visions are overwhelmingly and constant, surpassing any previous levels, profoundly hindering daily activities and require urgent attention.
DOMAIN 10: Tic Diorder
10.1) Screening for Tics
A 'tic' is a sudden, rapid, recurrent, nonrhythmic motor movement or vocalization. They are common in childhood and can manifest in various forms.
Has your child displayed any such repetitive movements or sounds recently or in the past?
- Yes
- No
10.2) Identifying Motor Tics
Think of motor tics as those quirky, unplanned twitches that sneak up like a surprise sneeze – swift and out of the blue.
Spotted any of these sneaky twitches in your child recently? Tick ALL that look familiar:
- Excessive eye blinking
- Facial grimacing
- Shoulder shrugging
- Head jerking
- Another movement not mentioned here
- None (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
10.3) Exploring Phonic Tics
Phonic tics are like hiccups in speech — unexpected noises or sounds that just pop out, without your child intending them.
Has your kid made any of these sounds out of the blue recently? Check ALL that ring a bell:
- Throat clearing
- Squeaking
- Hollering
- Grunting
- Sniffing
- Barking
- Moaning
- Some other sound not mentioned here
- None (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
10.4) Tic Severity Assessment
This assessment helps us gauge the impact of tics on your child's daily life, allowing us to tailor interventions accordingly.
How would you classify the severity of your child's tics in the LAST MONTH? Please rate this on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - Perfect Peace: 'A serene month with zero episodes of tics.'
- 2 - Barely There: 'One or two episodes in the last month, just a blip on the radar.'
- 4 - Now and Then: 'Occasional flare-ups, not overwhelming, about 3 to 5 times in the last month.'
- 6 - Not Uncommon: 'Frequent, can be overwhelming, a few times each week.'
- 8 - Part of the Routine: 'Almost a daily occurrence.'
- 10 - A Constant Wave: 'Frequent, intense, several times each day.'
10.5) Past Motor Tic Assessment
Can you identify any additional motor tics your child has exhibited in the past that we haven't covered?
- Excessive eye blinking
- Facial grimacing
- Shoulder shrugging
- Head jerking
- Another movement not mentioned here
- None (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
10.6) Documenting Past Phonic Tics
Could you identify any additional vocal or sound tics that your child has exhibited, which have not been listed earlier?
- Throat clearing
- Squeaking
- Hollering
- Grunting
- Sniffing
- Barking
- Moaning
- Some other sound not mentioned here
- None (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
DOMAIN 11: Hair Pulling
Q 11.1) Screening for Hair Pulling
Has your child engaged in any hair pulling episodes within the last month?
- Yes
- No
11.2) Gauging Hair Pulling Severity
Understanding the intensity of your child's hair pulling helps us determine the impact on their daily life and the urgency of intervention needed.
In the LAST MONTH, how severe has your child's hair pulling been? Please rate the severity on a scale from 0 to 10:
- 0 - No Symptoms: 'They haven't engaged in hair pulling at all.'
- 1 - Minimal: 'Barely noticeable hair pulling, with no impact on daily life.'
- 3 - Mild: 'Some hair pulling, a few times a month, but easily manageable and minorly affecting daily life.'
- 5 - Moderate: 'Regular hair pulling, somewhat difficult to manage, noticeable hair loss and impact on daily life.'
- 8 - Severe: 'Almost daily hair pulling, significant hair loss clearly affecting their appearance and life and challenging to manage.’
- 10 - Very Severe: 'Intense hair pulling multiple times daily surpassing any previous levels, causing extensive hair loss and major impact on daily life.'
Q 11.3) Efforts to Overcome Hair Pulling
Understanding attempts to control hair pulling can inform us about the child's awareness and the behavior's compulsivity.
Has your child made any efforts to reduce or stop hair pulling in the past month?
- Yes
- No
- Do not know
Q 11.4) Evaluating Success in Managing Hair Pulling
Gauging the outcomes of efforts to curb hair pulling can shed light on the behavior's manageability.
Has your child been successful in their attempts to decrease or cease hair pulling?
- Yes
- Somewhat successful
- No
- Do not know
Q 11.5) Assessing Stress Related to Hair Pulling Control
Understanding if hair pulling is a source of stress can help address emotional well-being.
Does the challenge of stopping or managing hair pulling cause your child stress?
- Yes
- No
- Not certain
Q 11.6) Identifying Triggers for Hair Pulling
Pinpointing specific triggers can guide us in creating effective strategies for your child.
What factors do you think may contribute to or trigger your child’s hair-pulling behavior? Please select ALL that apply:
- Increased focus on the sensation or act of hair pulling
- Experiencing anxiety or nervousness (Review domain ANX)
- Experiencing sadness or feeling stressed (Review domain DEP)
- Experiencing anger or frustration (Review domain MODY)
- After starting or changing medications
- Some other factors not mentioned here
- None (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
DOMAIN 12: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Screening for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Q-12.S1) Have you ever felt that your child's behaviors or ways of interacting might align with traits of the Autism Spectrum?
- Yes
- No
Q-12.S2) Has anyone in your child's life, such as caregivers, teachers, therapists, or doctors, suggested an evaluation for Autism Spectrum Disorders?
- Yes
- No
Q-12.S3) Has anyone else, like a friend of yours , or extended family members, ever mentioned that your child might show traits of the Autism Spectrum?
- Yes
- No
Q 12.1) Evaluating Ease in Social Exchanges
Casual banter and light-hearted exchanges are a staple of social interactions.
Does your child struggle with engaging in the easy, back-and-forth small talk that often happens in social settings?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.2) Assessing Social Communication Skills
It's common for children to learn the ebb and flow of conversation through practice and experience. Sometimes, they might say something surprising or ask questions that don't quite fit the moment.
In social situations, does your child sometimes say things or ask questions that might seem a bit out of place or unexpected?
- Yes
- No
- Not certain
Q 12.3) Decoding Conversational Nuances
While navigating dialogue, some children may take words and phrases at face value, bypassing the subtle cues that give language its depth.
Does your child tend to take things said in conversation at face value, overlooking the implied or 'between the lines' meanings?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.4) Observing Sharing of Interests
Every child expresses enthusiasm in their own unique way, and not all may outwardly show what catches their interest.
Does your child actively seek to show you things that excite them, such as a new toy or a game they are enjoying?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.5) Assessing Spontaneous Sharing Behavior
The way children choose to share or keep possessions can vary widely; some may frequently offer to share, while others may do so less often.
Has your child shown a tendency to voluntarily share their possessions, such as toys or food, with you or others?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.6) Evaluating Emotional Sharing
Sharing emotions is a unique and varied experience for every child.
Does your child show or communicate feelings of happiness or excitement with you or others?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.7) Evaluating Empathetic Responses
Children often respond in various ways to others' discomfort or distress, although they may not always recognize or react to these situations.
Does your child attempt to offer comfort or assistance when they notice someone feeling unwell or distressed?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.8) Understanding Behavioral Adaptability
Kids typically vary their actions to align with different environments, though some may not always modify their behavior accordingly.
Have you observed your child changing their behavior to suit various social contexts, such as being reserved around strangers or in places like a church?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.9) Understanding difficulty in making and keeping friends
Children on the Autism Spectrum may face challenges in forming, maintaining, and understanding relationships.
Does your child seem to have trouble making friends, not because they're nervous or worried about being judged, but because they either don't seem interested or don't quite grasp how to connect with others?
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.10) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Eye Contact
Eye contact can speak volumes in a conversation, offering a silent, yet powerful connection between people.
Does your child engage in eye contact during conversations?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.11) Understanding Non-Verbal Social Engagement
Sharing glances can create a silent dialogue that deepens bonds during shared activities.
Does your child often look to your face for reactions while you're engaged in an activity together?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.12) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Social Smile
A smile can be a universal sign of friendliness and recognition in new encounters or social gatherings.
In social settings or when meeting new people, does your child use a smile to greet others?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.13) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Social Smile
Smiling is a fundamental non-verbal cue in social interactions, often exchanged reciprocally between people.
If someone smiles at your child during social interactions, how does your child typically react?
- Returns the smile
- Rarely or never smiles back
- I am uncertain of their usual response
Q 12.14) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Everyday Gestures
Everyday gestures are a key part of our non-verbal communication, like waving to say goodbye or putting a finger to our lips for silence.
Does your child commonly use such gestures in their interactions?
- Yes, they use gestures regularly
- No, they seldom use gestures
- I am not sure
Q 12.15) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Range of Facial Expression
Just as every child has a unique laugh, the way they show joy, surprise, or concern can also vary. Some kids might not express their feelings in the expected ways, or might have a subtler range of facial expressions.
Does your child show a wide range of facial expressions, or do they express themselves differently?
- Yes, they have a diverse range of expressions
- No, their expressions are more subtle or less varied
- I'm not sure or it's hard to tell
Q 12.16) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Appropriateness of Facial Expression
Every child expresses emotions in their own manner — for some, their facial expressions vividly narrate their inner feelings; for others, it's a social milestone that's developing at its own pace.
Do your child’s facial expressions typically mirror their emotions or the context of what they’re communicating?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.17) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Body Language
It's natural for body language to vary from child to child, especially in new or social situations.
Have you noticed your child exhibiting body language that stands out as atypical or awkward when interacting with others?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.18) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Interpreting Non-Verbal Cues
Recognizing and making sense of body language and facial expressions is a subtle yet complex skill that not all children master at the same pace.
Does your child find it difficult to grasp the body language and facial expressions of others?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.19) Examining Social Nonverbal Communication: Understanding Personal Space
Kids with ASD may not instinctively grasp personal space, often standing closer than expected during interactions. This contrasts with children with ADHD, whose energetic nature might lead them into others' space unintentionally.
Does your child seem to understand the concept of personal space, such as not standing too close to others?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.20) Recognizing Repetitive and Stereotyped Behaviors: Body Movements
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders might exhibit repetitive behaviors that are quite distinct. Unlike the spontaneous, energetic movements seen in hyperactivity, these can be patterned and persistent, often taking the form of hand flapping or twisting actions near the face.
Have you noticed your child engaging in any repetitive behaviors or movements that seem to have a pattern or routine to them?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.21) Examining Speech Patterns
Each child has their own style of expressing themselves, and sometimes they come up with their own quirky phrases or sayings.
Does your child frequently use phrases or expressions that are unconventional or unique?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.22) Examining Speech Patterns: Repetitive Speech
It's not uncommon for children to echo their favorite catchphrases from time to time. However, children with ASD might have a tendency to repeat the same phrases or sentences much more frequently and in a repetitive fashion.
Does your child frequently repeat the same phrases or sentences in the same manner?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.23) Examining Speech Patterns: Echolalia
While all kids might mimic words or phrases occasionally, some children with ASD exhibit echolalia, which is the immediate or delayed repetition of what they’ve heard.
Does your child frequently echo words or phrases soon after hearing them, or repeat them at a later time?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.24) Examining Speech Patterns: Vocal Characteristics
Each child has a unique way of speaking that adds to their individuality. Certain speech patterns may suggest a diagnosis of ASD. We'd like to understand the nuances of your child's vocal expressions.
Can you identify any of the following characteristics in your child's speech? Check ALL that apply:
- Uses a unique tone of voice, like sounding robotic or lecture-like
- Doesn't realize when speaking too loudly
- Speaks so slowly, quickly, or unevenly that it's challenging to understand.
Q 12.25) Examining Speech Patterns: Neologisms
Children often surprise us with their creativity in language. Sometimes, though, they may create their own words, which can be an aspect of their individual expression or an indicator of ASD.
Does your child often use words that seem made-up or invented by them?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.26) Examining Speech Patterns: Unique Descriptive Language
Unique or unusual descriptions can sometimes be a sign of a child's inventive mind. However, within the context of ASD, such distinctive phrases may point to alternative ways of experiencing and interpreting the world.
Does your child often describe everyday objects or events in an unusual or indirect manner, like saying "hot rain" for steam?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.27) Examining Speech Patterns: Pronoun Reversal
Swapping pronouns or using them in unconventional ways can be a notable feature in the language development of children with ASD.
Does your child frequently mix up pronouns, such as using "you" instead of "I" or saying "he" or "she" when referring to themselves?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.28) Examining sensitivity to change: Surrounding Environment
Insistence on Sameness: For kids with ASD, even the tiniest tweaks in their everyday surroundings can be unsettling, regardless of direct impact.
Does your child become upset by minor changes in familiar surroundings, like moving ornaments in the living room?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.29) Examining sensitivity to change: Routines & Personal Environment
Insistence on Sameness: Kids with ASD have difficulty with minor changes in their own routines or personal environment.
Does your child get distressed by how their belongings are arranged or slight changes in their daily routine like switching from long to short sleeves?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 12.30) Examining Desire for symmetry or completeness
Many children with ASD show a keen interest in order and symmetry, finding comfort in predictable patterns and arrangements.
Does your child display any of the following behaviors that suggest a preference for symmetry or specific order? Select ALL that resonate with your child’s behavior:
- Always lines up toys in a particular order
- Likes to arrange objects symmetrically or in a special sequence
- Seems really drawn to patterns that are symmetrical
- None of the above ((allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
Q 12.31) Evaluating Difficulty with transitions
Does your child find it tough to switch between tasks, often becoming really absorbed in completing one thing before moving on to the next?
Remember, this question doesn't cover situations where most children might choose a fun activity over a less enjoyable one, such as picking playtime over chores.
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.32) Understanding Rituals in ASD
Has your child ever seemed compelled to do things in a specific order or way? Like they have a set 'routine' or 'ritual' they feel they must stick to?
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.33) Exploring Unique Passions
Children on the autism spectrum often exhibit remarkably deep and focused interests that may seem too intense.
Does your child have any hobbies or interests that stand out due to their unusually intense focus?
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.34) Exploring Unique Fascinations
Children with ASD may exhibit an intense and singular concentration on certain interests that go beyond typical childhood preferences.
Does your child exhibit peculiar or uncommon interests? For instance, do they show a significant fascination with things like lights, street signs, toilets, or vacuum cleaners?
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.35) Understanding Object Attachment in Children with ASD
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may form profound attachments to specific items, which can provide them comfort and a sense of security. This attachment can sometimes extend to less typical objects beyond the usual teddy bear or blanket.
Is there an object your child is deeply attached to and frequently carries around? This might be a teddy bear, a blanket, or even something more unique like a pipe or a stone.
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.36) Assessing Noise Sensitivity in Children with ASD
Does your child display heightened sensitivity to noise? In other words, do they react strongly or seem bothered by loud sounds more than other kids?
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.37) Evaluating Auditory Sensitivity and Distress
Does your child sometimes become noticeably upset or irritated by specific sounds, like someone coughing or a baby crying?
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.38) Understanding Sensory Food Preferences and Rituals
It's not uncommon for children with ASD to have distinctive eating habits, often reacting in specific ways to the sensory aspects of food or adhering to certain rituals during meals.
Does your child react strongly to certain aspects of food, like taste, smell, texture, or appearance, or engage in rituals related to these aspects?
(And/Or)
Do they also have significant food restrictions?
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
Q 12.39) Exploring Sensory Fascinations and Concerns
Children on the autism spectrum often exhibit distinct preferences or fascinations due to their heightened sensory awareness. We're exploring the various ways your child may experience the world around them.
Select ALL the statements listed below that apply to your child:
- Shows an unusual interest in the appearance, feel, sound, taste, or smell of objects or people. For instance, they might sniff toys, objects or people in a way that seems out of the ordinary.
- Appears overly concerned with the feel or texture of items they come into contact with.
- Displays a noticeable fascination with observing lights or watching objects as they spin.
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
DOMAIN 13: Learning Disorder (LD)
Q 13.1) Screening for Learning Disorders
Are you concerned about your child's ability to learn and understand things?
- Yes
- No
Q 13.2) Identifying Learning Challenges
Understanding where your child struggles academically helps us to focus our support effectively.
Do you notice any particular subjects or areas where your child faces difficulties in learning, or is it a more general concern across all subjects?
- Single subject
- A few subjects
- Multiple subjects (review domain ADHD)
- Every subject (review domain ADHD)
- Not sure
Q 13.3) Reading Skills Check-In
Reading Beyond Words: Reading fluently involves not just accuracy but also a smooth and swift pace that aids comprehension.
When reading aloud, does your child often misread words, pause, guess, or have trouble sounding out words?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 13.4) Reading Comprehension Check
Understanding the meaning behind the text is as crucial as reading the words themselves.
Is your child able to read words correctly but still faces challenges grasping the context, connections, or subtler points within the text?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 13.5) Spelling Skills Spotlight
Decoding Letters and Sounds: Accurate spelling requires understanding the relationship between sounds and their written form.
Does your child frequently add, omit, or rearrange letters, indicating a struggle with spelling words correctly?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 13.6) Written Expression Challenges
Grammar and Structure: Clear writing depends on proper grammar and organized thoughts.
Is your child struggling to articulate their thoughts in writing, often making grammatical errors or failing to structure paragraphs coherently?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 13.7) Mathematical Understanding Difficulties
Problem-Solving and Calculation: Applying math concepts is crucial for solving numerical problems.
Is your child struggling with math problem-solving or calculations?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 13.8) Educational Support Inquiry
Extra Help in School: Tailored interventions can aid your child's learning progress.
Has your child been provided with any special accommodations or interventions at school?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 13.9) Detailing School Accommodations
Understanding Tailored Support: Specific measures can significantly benefit your child's education.
Could you specify the types of accommodations or interventions your child receives at school?
___________ FREE LONG TEXT PARAGRAPH _________
Q 13.10) Evaluating Educational Support
Assessing Impact: It's important to gauge the effectiveness of educational measures.
Have these accommodations made a positive impact on your child's learning?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
DOMAIN 14: Gender Dysphoria (GD)
Q 14.1) Exploring Gender Identity
Is your child's experience of their gender different from their biological gender?
- Yes
- No
- Not certain
Q 14.2) Identifying Biological Gender
We respectfully inquire about your child's gender assigned at birth to ensure that our support is considerate of their personal narrative.
What gender was assigned to your child at birth?
- Male
- Female
Q 14.3) Understanding Experienced Gender
Approaching with respect, we seek to affirm your child's gender identity, supporting their well-being and self-esteem.
Which gender does your child most identify with currently?
- Male
- Female
- Non-binary (explanation widget: Non-binary refers to a gender identity that does not align exclusively with the conventional categories of male or female. Individuals who identify as non-binary may experience their gender as a blend of both, neither, or as a completely distinct gender identity)
- Genderfluid (explanation widget: Gender fluidity describes a gender identity that is dynamic and may change or fluctuate over time, rather than being fixed)
- Agender (explanation widget: Agender refers to a person who does not identify with any gender, indicating an absence of gender identity.)
- Bigender (explanation widget: Bigender refers to a gender identity where an individual identifies with two distinct genders, either simultaneously or variably)
- Not sure
Q 14.4) Gender Identity and Well-being
Understanding if there is any distress or difficulty stemming from gender identity can guide us in providing appropriate support and care.
Is the distinction between your child's biological and experienced gender affecting their emotional health or their functioning in daily activities, such as school or home life?
- Yes
- No
- Not quite sure
Q 14.5) Impact Reflection
Understanding the specifics helps us support your child effectively.
Can you provide details on how your child's gender experience is affecting their day-to-day life and emotional state?
___________ FREE LONG TEXT (PARAGRAPH) _________
DOMAIN 15: Substance Use Disorders (SUD)
Q 15.1) Screening for Substance Use
Experimenting with or regular use of illicit substances can significantly affect health and well-being, and identifying this behavior is key to providing support.
Has your child recently or ever experimented with or regularly used any illicit substances, including tobacco, marijuana, alcohol or other drugs?
- Yes
- No
- Unsure
Q 15.2) Current Substance Use Inquiry
Monitoring present substance use helps in evaluating the immediacy and nature of any needed support.
Is your child currently engaging in any substance use such as tobacco, marijuana, alcohol or other drugs?
- Yes
- No
- Unsure
Q 15.3) Detailing Substance Use
Knowing the specific substances your child may be using helps us to provide targeted advice and support.
Which specific substances is your child currently using? Please select ALL that apply:
- Traditional cigarettes (tobacco)
- Vaping or e-cigarettes
- Marijuana (often called weed)
- Alcohol
- Cocaine
- Methamphetamine
- Esctasy
- Mushrooms (psychedelic)
- LSD
- Heroine
- Other substances not mentioned here
DOMAIN 16: Attachment Disorders (ATT)
Q 16.1) Evaluating Stability in Early Childhood Care
Reflect on your child's early years and select any of the following that resonate with their care and attachment experiences:
- They often lacked the care, attention, and affection needed to feel secure and cherished.
- They experienced frequent changes in their primary caregivers, which may have affected their ability to form stable connections.
- They were raised in environments where forming close, personal bonds was challenging, such as places with many children per caregiver.
- None of the above (option not allowed if other options chosen) (other options not allowed if this option chosen)
Q 16.2) Assessing Child's Interaction with Adults
Does your child often seem reserved, quiet, or unexpressive when interacting with adults?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 16.3) Seeking Comfort: Child-Caregiver Connection
When your child is feeling upset or distressed, do they typically seek comfort and support from their caregivers?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 16.4) Evaluating Receptivity to Caregiver Soothing
When your child is upset or distressed, do they usually respond positively to the comfort and reassurance provided by caregivers?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 16.5) Evaluating Secure Attachment Through Stranger Interaction
A child's interaction with strangers can provide insights into their secure attachment with their caregivers.
Please select all the behaviors your child exhibits:
- Engages with unfamiliar adults readily.
- Does not seek out their caregiver in unfamiliar settings.
- Shows willingness to go with people they do not know.
- None of the above (allowed only if other options not chosen, if this option chosen then other options are not allowed)
DOMAIN 17: Speech & Language Disorders (SLD)
Q 17.1) Checking for Speech & Language Disorders
Is your child's speech and language on track with their age group, or do you notice a delay or deficit compared to their peers?
- Yes, I've noticed a delay compared to peers.
- No, my child's speech and language are on track
Q 17.2) Evaluating Clarity of Speech
Does your child face difficulty speaking clearly or expressing themselves in a way that others can easily understand?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 17.3) Understanding Speech Flow
When kids are fluent, they talk smoothly without repeating sounds or words, or stopping awkwardly.
Does your child often repeat sounds, hesitate, or switch words when speaking, indicating difficulty with speech flow?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 17.4) Navigating Speech Barriers in Communication
Do your child’s speech and language challenges affect their ability to talk to or understand others?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
Q 17.5) Language Hurdles in Academic Engagement
Do the difficulties in speech and language affect your child's academic performance?
- Yes
- No
- Not sure
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