Psychodiagnostic assessment of children is a systematic process used to understand a child’s emotional, behavioural, cognitive, developmental, and social functioning. Since children may have limited ability to describe their experiences, assessment requires information from multiple sources, including the child, parents, teachers, and other caregivers. The process begins with a detailed referral question, such as learning difficulties, attention problems, emotional disturbances, developmental delays, or behavioural concerns. The first step is the clinical interview and collection of background information. The psychologist obtains details about the child’s developmental history, birth and medical history, family relationships, schooling, peer interactions, and significant life events. Information about the onset, frequency, and circumstances of the presenting problem is also gathered. Interviews with parents or caregivers are particularly important for younger children, while older children are encouraged to provide their own perspectives. Direct observation of the child is another important component. The psychologist observes behaviour during structured and unstructured activities, noting attention, communication, emotional expression, social interaction, impulse control, and responses to instructions. For example, a child referred for suspected attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder may be