So, outside testing is definitely an option, but it might not even be needed.
I think that if there had been one test with one discrepancy in scores one time, further testing might not be needed, but there are four things here that are coming together and I think warrant further testing:
* The dip between verbal and non-verbal is present across two sets of test scores and is larger than one SD.
* The student noted that she had difficulty remembering instructions due to classroom distractions.
* The overall drop in scores.
* Family history of ADHD.
The first three things might be ADHD, might be nothing, or might be due to a number of other reasons. With or without the family history of ADHD, it would be helpful to have a full evaluation by a private professional in order to fully understand what's going on.
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