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Must have assessments for school psychologists evaluating ADHD

Assessing ADHD can feel like a monumental task. But when mental health practitioners responsible for the assessment, monitoring, and treatment of ADHD have the right tools and resources, they can make better data-based decisions that lead to better outcomes for the individual being assessed.

Why is ADHD so challenging to address?

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Five Recommendations for Minimizing Bias in Risk Assessments

The use of pre-trial risk assessment tools around the world is widespread. In fact, risk/needs assessments are mandatory for sentencing in the adult system within 20 U.S. states. Since the use of these tools is so common, questioning the potential of their impact in creating racial disparity within the justice...

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Coaching leaders more effectively post-pandemic

The pandemic has taken us, our relatives, friends, and organizations through various ups and downs. In the early days of this pandemic, our focus was on adapting to new protocols and isolation and thinking it should all be over soon—a few months at most. More recently, it has morphed into...

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Enhancing Outcomes For Communities And Supporting Justice Organizations

Within our Public Safety division, MHS provides evidence-informed training, tools, and insights to assist correctional, mental health, and law enforcement professionals–to help implement best practices that support their communities. We understand the urgent need for unbiased, equitable, solutions-focused tools. By realizing the potential in every individual, we offer improved outcomes...

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Shaping the future of clinical and education-related assessments

Within our Education division, MHS provides the expertise and resources required to help children and adolescents reach their full potential in and beyond the classroom. We work together with our partners to identify and manage psychological and education-related concerns so all students, families, and educators can succeed. Within our Clinical division,...

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Talent Development Solutions That Provide Growth And Development

Within our talent division, MHS helps to drive success in professional settings. We understand the elements of effective leadership and the requirements for an effective workplace. Our solutions help clients identify and support opportunities for development and help to cultivate their talent. Below, you'll learn more about how we're helping solve...

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The EQ-i 2.0 Is The Industry’s Leading Emotional Intelligence Test

MHS’ Emotional Quotient Inventory® (EQ-i 2.0®) is one of the world's most widely used emotional intelligence tests, with over 25 years of research and experience behind it. Emotional intelligence skills are critical for building relationships and teams, resolving conflict, solving problems, leading effectively, and building resilience. The...

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Now Hiring – 3 Ways to Redefine Your Selection Strategy

Every new hire is a direct investment into your organization. Beyond the price of new salaries, the hiring process costs both time and money with many moving elements and opportunities to misstep. Résumés and interviews are traditional methods to initially screen and gauge a candidate’s qualification, but often lack valuable...

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Developing Emotional Intelligence to Boost Employee Wellness

Mental wellness is defined as “a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community.” Emotional Intelligence is defined as “a set of emotional and social skills that influence the...

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