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    I don't know how things work in Australia but in the US, most docs wouldn't put a child on medication until they are around 6 anyway. When does he turn 6? Even if you don't medicate, though, if you have a diagnosis you can ask for modifications/accommodations in the classroom, although in kindergarten probably not much is expected anyway. I would probably see how he does and then at the end of the school year (or sometime after he turns 6), if you still have concerns, ask the teacher fill out an ADHD inventory. You can get it from the school psych or his doctor. You can take it to the doctor and never let the school know the results, unless you want to.

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    DS turns 6 in January. I think it sounds like waiting a bit will be the best bet smile

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    It would be reasonable to wait but if your gut is really telling you something is wrong go and observe and see for yourself.

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    I'd evaluate as soon as you can; sometimes it takes months to get the appointment. Talk to the tester about what tests are appropriate and why.

    Disagree with Puffin here--although the public perception of ADHD is poorly defined, and may result in mislabeling, it can be very informative to have an expert look earlier.

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    Perhaps. Go with your gut anyway. You know your child best and if you are concerned there is probably something going on. That doesn't mean it is a really bad thing - as previous posters have said there can be a multitude of reasons.

    eTa. I am assuming enough similarity between NZ and Australia that it would be really hard to get anywhere unless the teacher is willing to allow the assessor to observe or fill out a form saying there is a problem.

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