Why choose JN Assessments?

With a cumulative experience exceeding 25 years, JN Assessments prides itself on delivering formulation-driven psychological assessments. Our clinicians, equipped with doctoral-level training, utilise standardised neuropsychological tools to provide comprehensive, evidence-based reports.

Where can assessments be conducted?

JN Assessments caters to the central belt of Scotland. JN Assessments can provide a service across the central belt of Scotland. A quiet space with no distractions or interruptions is required. This might be in clinic or in professional offices. The most convenient location can be agreed on referral.

What is the duration of the assessment process?

The duration is contingent upon individual factors; however, the assessment of intellectual functioning typically entails an initial one-hour consultation followed by up to two hours of standardised assessment. Capacity assessments require additional sessions.

What if the individual objects to the assessment?

Consent is essential for any assessment to proceed.

Why complete a formal assessment?

Assessments of intellectual disability aid in informing support needs, facilitating funding from Health and Social Care as well as private services. Capacity assessments are required for legal processes such as Welfare Guardianship, Corporate Appointeeship, and Power of Attorney. Formal assessment is recommended as best practice and provides the most robust evidence of functioning.

Which assessments are used?

An array of standardised tools may be employed, including the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale – Fourth Edition (WAIS-IV) and the Adult Behaviour Assessment System (ABAS-3).

Is a learning difficulty the same as a learning disability?

A learning difficulty is distinguished from a learning disability by the formers focus on specific challenges in the learning process, such as dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD. Individuals with learning disabilities may experience learning difficulties, though the two terms denote different aspects of their presentation.

Is global developmental delay a learning disability?

Certain children may demonstrate a slower progression in achieving developmental milestones; nevertheless, they possess the potential to achieve parity with their peers of the same age. It is recommended that formal assessments be conducted post the age of five to determine if they fulfil the diagnostic criteria for a learning disability.

What does borderline mean?

Individuals diagnosed with learning disabilities typically exhibit intellectual functioning within the Extremely Low level, characterised by a deviation of two standard deviations below the norm. It's crucial to note that "Borderline learning disability" is not a recognised diagnostic category. Individuals classified as "Borderline" demonstrate functioning above the level of learning disability, thereby precluding their inclusion in this classification. Consequently, legislation designed to support individuals with learning disabilities does not extend to those categorised as "Borderline."