Psychoeducational Evaluation

Psychoeducational Evaluation Summary

Client Information:

  • Name: Carson Ayscue

  • Age: 6 years, 4 months

  • Birthdate: 12/19/2017

  • Evaluator: Cheryl Stallings, Ph.D.

  • Evaluation Dates: 4/19/2024; 5/3/2024

Reason for Referral:Carson was referred by his parents to assess his abilities and to understand his difficulties with anxiety, inattention, and inconsistent academic performance.

Background Information

  • Developmental History:

    • Healthy pregnancy; born at 37 weeks, had brief NICU stay for fluid in lungs.

    • Attained developmental milestones on schedule; attended daycare and preschool.

    • Noted attention weaknesses by preschool teacher but sent to kindergarten.

  • Current Education:Carson is currently in kindergarten, receiving small group intervention for early reading and writing skills. He expresses anxiety about his academic performance and has difficulties with organization and task follow-through at home.

  • Family Structure:Lives with both parents and an older brother. Family history of ADHD and anxiety noted.

Assessment Methods

  1. Cognitive Tests:

    • WISC-V

    • KTEA-3

    • Beery-VMI

    • Conners CPT-2

    • BASC-3

    • Brown EF/A Scales

Behavioral Observations

  • Carson was friendly and cooperative during evaluations, but became anxious and teary-eyed with challenging tasks. He showed significant worry about academic performance.

Test Results

Cognitive Processing:

  • WISC-V Full Scale IQ: 81 (Low Average)

  • Verbal Comprehension Index (VCI): 106 (Strength)

  • Visual Spatial Index (VSI): 92 (Average)

  • Fluid Reasoning Index (FRI): 76 (Weakness)

  • Working Memory Index (WMI): 79 (Below Average)

  • Processing Speed Index (PSI): 80 (Low Average)

Academic Achievement (KTEA-3):

  • Reading Composite: 77 (Below Average)

  • Math Composite: 73 (Below Average)

  • Written Language Composite: 65 (Significantly Below Average)

Visual-Motor Skills:

  • VMI Score: 86 (Low Average)

Attention and Executive Functions:

  • K-CPT2 Results: Significant difficulties with attention and impulsivity.

  • BASC-3: Elevated scores indicating significant concerns in behavior and adaptability.

  • Brown EF/A Scores: Indicate characteristics of ADHD in all assessed areas.

Summary and Recommendations

Carson exhibits signs of Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Results indicate below-average functioning in several areas while performing lower than expected in academics relative to his Cognitive abilities.

Specific Recommendations:

  1. Develop an accommodation plan at school to address academic and emotional needs.

  2. Implement a comprehensive intervention plan targeting reading, math, and writing.

  3. Modify instruction to smaller, manageable segments with frequent repetition.

  4. Allow extended time for testing and assignments due to processing speed concerns.

  5. Foster a structured classroom environment with preferential seating for Carson.

  6. Promote daily physical activity and regular check-ins for emotional support.

  7. Monitor progress and consider reevaluation or consultation regarding medication if issues persist.

These recommendations aim to support Carson's academic and behavioral health effectively.