Parents often worry whether their children are meeting appropriate developmental milestones. Many times those worries and fears are allayed with the realization that children develop at different rates, and providing a supportive and loving environment is the best way to foster growth. There are situations, however, in which a child’s development, academic progress or behaviour is outside the established limits for what is considered typical. Below is an overview of various types of assessments, and when parents should consider seeking a professional evaluation. Psycho-Educational Assessment: Is your child having difficulty learning or keeping up in a particular subject area? Does your child’s teacher complain that he/she displays challenges remaining seated, sustaining attention, following directions or complying with rules? If so, a psycho-educational assessment is critical in identifying whether your child has a learning disability or other disorder that may be negatively i