ADHD TOVA Testing
The Test Of Variables Of Attention T.O.V.A.
With great pleasure, Renew Health Psychiatry provides one of the top objective assessments for ADHD. Since diagnosing ADHD necessitates the use of a certain class of drugs known as psychostimulants, we go above and beyond to obtain an objective test in order to validate the diagnosis.
The use of psychostimulants carries a number of advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, getting a proper diagnosis of ADHD is crucial before using it. Qualified healthcare professionals utilize the T.O.V.A. to help assess attention problems in adults and children, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
The T.O.V.A. is the most popular objective attention measure globally and is regarded as the “Gold Standard” for measures of this kind. The T.O.V.A. is a continuous performance test (CPT) that assesses the essential elements of attention and inhibitory control. It is reliable, accurate, and approved by the FDA. A neuropsychological test called the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Scale (TOVA) gauges a person’s level of focus while looking for signs of ADHD. The test typically lasts 21.6 minutes and is displayed as a straightforward but tedious computer game. Numerous factors pertaining to the test-takers’ reaction to an aural or visual stimuli are measured by this test.
The visual T.O.V.A. helps assess and treat attention problems, including ADHD. The T.O.V.A. is a long, culture- and language-free computer test. A precise (±1 ms) microswitch records responses to visual or aural stimuli. Response time variability (consistency), speed, commissions (impulsivity), and omissions are calculated by the T.O.V.A. Comparing these computations to a large age- and gender-matched normative sample and a sample of ADHD patients independently diagnosed is done. An instant, easy-to-read report is created from these comparative results.
Unfortunately for test developers, inconsistent performance is one of the most prevalent characteristics of ADHD that computers share. The TOVA Company solves this issue by creating hardware and software that allows your computer to measure with millisecond accuracy. Most health insurance plans do not cover the TOVA test. Our administration fee is a fixed cost.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) On T.O.V.A Testing
TOVA is a method for scientifically diagnosing Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. TOVA stands for “Test of Variable Attention.” The TOVA Test is a test that gives healthcare practitioners objective measures of attention and inhibitory control. In other words, it allows specialists to assess a patient’s attention and control. It calculates response time, speed, commission, and omission. These criteria enable us to assess the patient’s impulsivity, consistency, focus, vigilance, and attentiveness.
TOVA testing can be administered on children as young as 4 years old and older.
The TOVA test is 21.6 minutes long and resembles a video game in appearance. Patients will press a trigger in response to stimuli. TOVA is composed of both visual and auditory components. Every individual component is administered separately.
Research findings indicate that the T.O.V.A. can accurately classify 87% of non-hyperactive ADHD cases, 84% of attention deficit hyperactive disorder cases, and 90% of hyperactive ADHD cases. However, it is important to note that this accuracy does not extend to cases involving attention deficit disorders or traumatic brain injuries.
For more information on scheduling an assessment or if you believe that you or a loved one could benefit from an objective test for ADHD symptoms, please contact Renew Health Psychiatry at 469-453-2025. Our personnel are trained and specialized in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating ADHD symptoms.
