Medical Disclaimer

1. General Educational Information

Website content, including articles, guides, service descriptions and other educational materials, is intended to help parents and caregivers understand child development and related concerns. Every child is different, and information provided on this website may not apply to every child or situation.

2. Professional Advice and Individual Assessment

Information available on this website should not be treated as individualised professional advice. Decisions about a child's development, behaviour, learning, emotional well-being or treatment should take account of the child's individual circumstances and an appropriate professional evaluation.

3. Checklists and Questionnaires

Checklists, screening questionnaires and other information-gathering tools may help identify areas that need further attention. Their results, when considered alone, do not establish or rule out a diagnosis. Findings should be interpreted in the context of the child's developmental history, observed behaviour, functioning and other relevant information.

4. Interpretation of Assessment Findings

Psychological and developmental assessment findings must be interpreted in the context of the individual child. Scores and observations provide information about particular areas of functioning and should not be interpreted in isolation. Recommendations depend on the child's profile and the information available during the assessment process.

5. Online and Remote Assessments

Online and remote assessments use structured assessment methods appropriate to the assessment being undertaken. The information and conclusions available may depend on the methods used, the child’s participation, the information provided by parents or caregivers, the assessment conditions and any limitations affecting the process.

The assessment approach and recommendations are considered in the context of the individual child's requirements.

6. Reports and School or Institutional Requirements

Assessment reports may provide findings and recommendations that can support discussions with a child's school and other professionals. Schools and institutions have their own documentation and assessment requirements, and acceptance or recognition of reports varies from school to school.

7. Decisions About Diagnosis, Treatment and Education

Website information, online assessment information or a single checklist should not be used as the sole basis for decisions about diagnosis, treatment, educational placement or support. Such decisions should take account of the child's individual circumstances and relevant professional guidance.

8. Emergencies

This website and its online assessment services are not emergency services. If a child or another person is experiencing an emergency or is at immediate risk of harm, contact the appropriate local emergency service or healthcare provider.

9. Website Use and Professional Relationship

Reading this website, using its resources or making a general enquiry does not by itself establish a psychologist-client relationship. Any professional service or assessment is subject to the relevant arrangements and information communicated for that service.

Website content, service descriptions and availability may be updated from time to time.