Your Roadmap to Understanding ADHD Testing | Wynnewood, PA

Living with ADHD often comes with its own set of challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. At Renewing Mindsets, we’re here to help you find clarity, build focus, and feel more in control of your journey. We offer specialized ADHD testing in Wynnewood using the Test of Variables of Attention (TOVA) to create treatment plans for ADHD.

TOVA: ADHD Testing for Adults and Children 

TOVA is a tool often used for ADHD testing for adults and children. This assessment measures a patient's sustained attention during performance tasks, providing valuable data for clinical evaluation. Explore some of the variables TOVA measures for ADHD testing in Wynnewood below: 

• Response Time Variability (Consistency of Attention): Instead of just looking at whether someone gets an answer right or wrong, TOVA meticulously examines how consistently a patient responds correctly. This is measured as Response Time Variability. A high variability suggests that even when the overall accuracy might seem acceptable, the individual's focus may be wavering or inconsistent during the task. In conclusion, this "drifting" of attention, even in brief moments, can significantly impact sustained focus in real-world scenarios. 
  

• Response Time (Speed of Information Processing): Response Time on the TOVA isn't just about being quick; it reflects the individual's average speed in correctly processing the presented information to formulate a response. This metric provides insight into a patient’s overall information processing speed. Both excessively fast and slow response times can be indicative of underlying challenges. Often, a combination of these tendencies can be present, further complicating daily functioning.
  

• Commissions (Inhibitory Control and Self-Regulation): Commission Errors occur when an individual mistakenly responds to a non-target stimulus – essentially, reacting when they shouldn't. This type of error is a direct measure of inhibitory control, or self-control. The ability to inhibit inappropriate responses is fundamental to various aspects of life. Furthermore, it plays a crucial role in decision-making by allowing us to pause and consider consequences. A higher number of commission errors can suggest difficulties in this critical area of executive functioning.

  
  

Call Today for ADHD Testing in Wynnewood

Whether you're exploring answers for yourself or a loved one, you're not alone. Renewing Mindsets is here to help with comprehensive ADHD testing and treatment. With a caring team and a personalized approach, we’re ready to help you take the next step toward clarity and confidence. Connect with us online or call us at 484-948-5400 to learn more about how we can support your journey.