Welcome to Raise the Bar Psychology Blog Archive! Here, you’ll find a collection of insightful articles covering a wide range of topics related to educational and developmental psychology.
Many parents of neurodivergent children find themselves choosing between an ADHD assessment, an autism assessment, and a learning assessment, unsure which to book first. This article explains why a combined, holistic evaluation often gives clearer answers, what the process involves, and how it helps identify your child’s unique neurotype so the right supports can follow.
Receiving a neurodevelopmental assessment report is just the beginning. Many families leave the feedback session with more questions than answers. Post-assessment support from Raise the Bar Psychology is designed to help parents, children, and school staff navigate the weeks and months that follow a diagnosis.
Received an autism diagnosis and not sure what to do next? This guide walks through the early signs to watch for, what you can do before a formal assessment, how to set up a supportive home and school environment, and how to access NDIS funding and professional support in Moonee Ponds, Heatherton, Clyde North and Sale.
An assessment can provide valuable clarity. For many families, it brings long-awaited answers about how a child learns, thinks, and experiences the world. Yet the
Many adults associate ADHD with childhood, not realising it can explain years of restlessness, focus difficulties, and feeling overwhelmed. In Melbourne, more individuals are recognising
Every child develops at their own pace, but some differences become noticeable early, like speech delays, motor delays or challenges with social interaction. Recognising these
Assessments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Melbourne share a common goal—to provide a comprehensive, holistic understanding of an individual’s neurotype—but
Every parent notices when their child struggles with handwriting. Letters that drift off the lines, words that seem rushed or uneven—it’s easy to assume they