Intellectual Developmental Disorder  Evaluations

David L. Falkstein, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist in Allen, Texas. Contact the practice about evaluations involving intellectual functioning and everyday skills.

Intellectual Developmental Disorder  is a developmental condition involving significant limitations in both intellectual functioning and adaptive functioning. Intellectual functioning includes reasoning, learning, and problem-solving. Adaptive functioning includes conceptual, social, and practical skills used in daily life. An evaluation considers both areas and the person’s developmental history. An IQ score is one part of that assessment.

 

What the evaluation may consider

The referral question guides the evaluation. The psychologist may consider reasoning and problem-solving, developmental history, and how the person manages daily tasks. Information from people who know the person well can help describe functioning across settings.

 

What is adaptive functioning?

Adaptive functioning refers to the skills a person uses in everyday life. Examples include communicating needs, managing personal care, and handling routines at home, school, work, or in the community. Discuss both strengths and the areas where support is needed.

 

Preparing for the appointment

Tell the office why the evaluation is needed and whether a school or agency requested it. If available, bring prior testing, relevant school records, and examples of everyday skills. Share any required forms or documentation instructions before the appointment.

 

Schedule in Allen

Contact our Allen office or call (972) 954-7188 to ask about scheduling.