Claudia Black Center Introduces T.O.V.A to Screen for ADHD - 0 views
started by Claudia Black Young Adult Center on 26 Sep 15
started by Claudia Black Young Adult Center on 26 Sep 15
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The Claudia
Black Young Adult Center has incorporated the Test of Variables of
Attention (T.O.V.A.) to its assessment protocol. This initiative
brings an objective functional measure to inform its clinical
assessment with regard to the differential diagnosis and treatment of
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
"Using the
T.O.V.A is a critical piece to comprehensive assessments to address
such complexity of symptoms and behaviors in our clients. It raises
our high standard of service to an even greater level," says
Claudia Black, Ph.D., clinical architect of the Claudia Black Young
Adult Center and renowned speaker and author who has been working
with family systems and addictive disorders since the 1970s.
The Claudia
Black Young Adult Center has incorporated the Test of Variables of
Attention (T.O.V.A.) to its assessment protocol. This initiative
brings an objective functional measure to inform its clinical
assessment with regard to the differential diagnosis and treatment of
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
"Using the
T.O.V.A is a critical piece to comprehensive assessments to address
such complexity of symptoms and behaviors in our clients. It raises
our high standard of service to an even greater level," says
Claudia Black, Ph.D., clinical architect of the Claudia Black Young
Adult Center and renowned speaker and author who has been working
with family systems and addictive disorders since the 1970s.
Essentially,
T.O.V.A. is a computerized test of attention that assists in the
screening, diagnosis, and treatment monitoring of attention
disorders, such as ADHD. The introduction of T.O.V.A. complements the
multidisciplinary clinical assessment developed by nursing, general
medicine and addictions specialists, along with the psychotherapy and
psychiatry staff at the Claudia Black Young Adult Center. This new
corroborative psychological testing that was by recommended Dr. James
Cahill of the Claudia Black Young Adult Center helps to better
understand each patient as an individual.
Many of the
young adults presenting to the Claudia Black Young Adult Center
report either a history of a prior diagnosis of ADHD/ADD (often with
associated trials of medication treatment) or ongoing prominent
symptoms of distractibility, impulsivity, restlessness, poor
frustration tolerance, and inconsistent task completion. This report
often accompanies a history of substance use disorders, relational
trauma, anxiety
disorder treatment,
and mood dysregulation. The
symptoms of ADHD may at times be directly due to a substance
withdrawal syndrome, the consequences of trauma or a mood disorder
itself. The presence of such comorbidity complicates the diagnostic
process and necessitates a careful consideration of the specifics
unique to each individual's clinical presentation.
About
The Claudia Black Young Adult Center
The Claudia
Black Young Adult Center in Wickenburg, Arizona, provides an
intensive, experientially based 45-day treatment program for young
adults ages 18 - 26 who are struggling with unresolved emotional
trauma, addiction, have a dual diagnosis or who have failed
past addiction treatment.
Dr. Claudia Black - renowned author, speaker, and trainer who has
been working with family systems and addictive disorders since the
1970s - is the clinical architect of the Claudia Black Young Adult
Center.
In a safe and
nurturing community composed of their peers, young adults are guided
on their journey of recovery by examining the underlying causes of
addiction and co-occurring disorders. The goal is for these
individuals to gain the courage to face difficult issues, including
grief and loss; heal from emotional trauma; and become accountable
for their own feelings, behaviors, and recovery. To learn more or to
speak with an Admissions representative please call 855-333-6075.