The mother of a 7-year-old boy presents to the PMHNP for a psychiatric evaluation. She reports that her son exhibits “inattention, aggression, and is getting in trouble at school.” Which of the following parent report tools will help the PMHNP assess for attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), and conduct disorder?

Choice A reason: The Children’s Behavior Checklist (CBCL) assesses a broad range of emotional and behavioral problems but is less specific for diagnosing ADHD, ODD, or conduct disorder. Choice B reason: The Child Behavior Rating Scale primarily evaluates classroom behaviors and may not capture home behaviors or provide diagnostic clarity across multiple disorders. Choice C reason: The Conners-Wells’ Adolescent Self-Report Scale is designed for adolescents and relies on self-report, making it less appropriate for a 7-year-old child. Choice D reason: This is correct. The Conners 3-Parent Assessment Report is a validated parent-report tool designed to evaluate ADHD, ODD, and conduct disorder in children and is appropriate for use in a 7-year-old.