Author - Devika Venkatachalam

13Jan

Introducing the ASRS® Adult: A New Standard for Understanding ASD in Adults

Presentations of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are complex, blended, and recognized more often in adults today. With a growing awareness of ASD—its likely prevalence, presentation, and pattern of diagnosis among adults1,2—detection has become an important clinical focus. To support a healthcare pathway for adult diagnosis, MHS is excited to announce the launch of the Autism Spectrum Rating Scales™ Adult (ASRS® Adult). The ASRS Adult is a scientifically validated, adult-centered, multi-informant rating scale designed to assess symptoms and behaviors associated...

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25Feb

Flexible, Secure, Online: Meet the Conners CPT Online Suite

Editorial Note: This article has been updated to include additional notes on the latest Conners Continuous Performance Test™ 3rd Edition Online (Conners CPT™ 3 Online) enhancement, which includes secure remote administration, enabling greater flexibility without changing the assessment you trust.  There is a new way to administer, score, and generate reports with only an internet connection....

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17Jul

ADHD Evaluations and Executive Function for Student Success

Enhancing outcomes: ADHD evaluations focused on executive function

Executive functioning can be defined as an overarching concept representing important cognitive processes, including planning, working memory, attention, inhibition, self-monitoring, self-regulation, and initiation. Challenges with executive functioning may not always be tied to a single diagnosis and can be observed across a large...

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19Jun

Assessing Executive Functioning to Build Workplace Resilience

Executive dysfunction in individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) presents significant challenges throughout their lifespan. It can impede various aspects of daily life, including maintaining personal tasks (e.g., paying bills), sustaining positive relationships, and achieving professional goals. This blog explores a case study inspired by a collection of real stories and...

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The CAARS 2 logo sits on top of a white background. Text next to the logo reads "Where assessment and opportunity align for adults with ADHD" Next to the text is an image of two roads meeting.
15Sep

Conners Adult ADHD Rating Scales 2nd Edition Now Available!

MHS is proud and excited to announce the upcoming release of the Conners Adult ADHD Rating Scales 2nd Edition (CAARS™ 2), a measure that provides improved accuracy, greater insight, and enhanced utility for assessing and managing Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults. The Conners Adult...

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