Understood Explains Private vs. school-based evaluations for special education
Aug 2, 2022
Dr. Ellen Braaten, an associate professor at Harvard Medical School and expert in psychological testing, joins discussions on the distinctions between private and school evaluations for special education. Discover why families sometimes opt for private testing despite the availability of free school assessments. Learn how to navigate costs and insurance, and gain insights on effectively communicating sensitive topics with children undergoing evaluations. The conversation reveals the essential roles different evaluators play and provides valuable tips for parents in these challenging situations.
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Parent's Evaluation Regret
- Jennifer from Atlanta regrets not starting with a full neuropsychological evaluation.
- She feels it would have given her a clearer picture to take to the school first.
Types of Evaluations Explained
- Neuropsychological evaluations test brain functions like memory and attention.
- Psychoeducational evaluations assess eligibility for school services with tests like IQ and academic skills.
Who Does Evaluations?
- Different psychologists conduct different evaluations with varying licenses.
- Licensed psychologists can diagnose disorders unlike most school psychologists.