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started by Claudia Black Young Adult Center on 01 Jun 16
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    The
    Claudia Black Young Adult Centers 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 Drug
    Addiction
    Treatment

    Centers

    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 disorders, 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 treatments. 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.

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