DIVA ADHD - please click the following page is an interview with a semistructured format that was developed to improve ADHD assessment in adults. This study is aimed at assessing the validity of the criterion used to determine DIVA 2.0 and its concurrent validity compared to Conners Adult ADHD Diagnosis Interview for DSM-IV criteria.
Compared to the top 20 attributes, DIVA attributes that correlate strongest with diagnosis are attention deficit for both childhood and adulthood and hyperactivity/impulsivity for adults, followed by CAARS ADHD TT1 score and IOWA personality disorders evaluation.
Symptoms
The symptoms of ADD/ADHD affect every aspect of our lives, from relationships to career advancement, and the everyday tasks we have to perform. This is why it's important that our ADHD assessments are holistic, looking at how symptoms affect all aspects of our lives. During your evaluation, Dr. Schilling will begin by obtaining information about your symptoms and health history. She will then conduct the DIVA 5 assessment. This is a semi-structured interview that examines both the primary symptoms and the impact of ADD/ADHD your life.
The DIVA is an instrument for diagnostic interviews developed by psychiatrists and psychologists to determine adult ADHD symptoms. It has been demonstrated to be highly sensitive and specific. It is also highly efficient in identifying people suffering from the disorder. It can increase awareness and help diagnose adult ADHD in Korea because it is the only validated semistructured diagnostic test available in the country.
In order to conduct the DIVA the trained clinician typically a psychiatrist or psychologist - will ask questions about the core symptoms of ADHD which include hyperactivity, inattention, and the tendency to be impulsive. The clinician will also analyze the background of the person and their childhood experiences and the influence on their behavior. The symptoms of ADHD do not appear suddenly. They appear over a long period of time from childhood through teen years and adulthood.
The DIVA can effectively identify those with ADHD because it takes into consideration both the DSM-IV criteria for ADHD in childhood and adulthood, and how those symptoms have affected the person's daily functioning in five distinct areas of life: education, work, family/partner relations and leisure time/social activities, and self-esteem and confidence in oneself. Other screening tools, like the WURS brief that was compared with the CAADID revealed low sensitivity and negative predictive value.
Diagnosis
To determine ADHD in adults it is crucial to assess the symptoms as well as their background. This can be accomplished through an extensive interview about childhood symptoms and a neurological assessment. It is also essential to assess the effects of the symptoms the person's work and life. This can be assessed by conducting a structured interview, the DIVA and, in certain instances, obtaining information from family and friends.
The DIVA interview is a semistructured, structured interview that was originally developed for adults in the Netherlands. It has been revised for use with adult patients in other countries, including Korea. The study examined the criterion applicable to the Korean version (DIVA-5), in a clinical sample consisting of adults with ADHD.
During the DIVA, the clinician asks about the presence of ADHD symptoms during childhood and into adulthood, the time at which the symptoms onset, and the extent of impairment resulting from those symptoms. The clinician will also collect various sociodemographic data and inquire about any psychiatric co-morbidity.
The MINI-S and Version 5.0.0 and the Brief Alcohol Related Neuropsychological Impaired Screening Instrument (BEARNI) along with the Frontal Assessment Battery were used to detect psychiatric co-morbidity. Two psychiatrists who are experienced used the structured diagnostic interview DIVA-5 to establish a diagnosis of ADHD. They evaluated symptoms both in adulthood and childhood, and determined the duration of symptoms.
The sensitivity and specificity of DIVA-5 was found to be high for both inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity symptoms in childhood and adulthood. This diagnostic tool was found to have good concordance with the WURS scale as well as fair concurrent validity with three self-report rating instruments: ASRS, FAB, and Sheehan's Dysfunction Inventory.
The sensitivity and specificity of the DIVA-5 was found to be high for all subtypes of ADHD in both inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity in adulthood and during childhood. The accuracy of diagnosing ADHD with the DIVA-5 was found to be comparable to the accuracy of a clinical diagnosis established by two expert psychiatrists. This was in agreement with the sensitivity and specificity of previous screening tools, such as the ASRS and the WURS.
Treatment
If you're not aware of ADHD it can greatly impact your life. This can affect your relationships, academic progress, and work. It can also affect the way you organize your day-to-day life. A diagnosis can help you determine your strengths and weaknesses, as well as offer treatment options that help you manage your symptoms and mechanisms.
A trained clinician, usually psychologist or psychiatrist, will conduct a structured interview with you regarding your symptoms currently using the DIVA-5 assessment tool. This will involve asking standardised questions about your levels of hyperactivity, inattention, and the tendency to be impulsive. It will also dig into your personal history, including childhood experiences to get the full picture of your symptoms.
This approach is crucial to ensure a complete diagnosis of adult ADHD. It also helps us understand the root causes of your symptoms, which will help determine the best treatment for you.
The DIVA assessment is an extremely efficient method of diagnosing adult ADHD and has high sensitivity and specificity. It has also been shown to be valid as a criterion, when compared to self-report scales for rating such as the Wender Utah Rating Scale (WURS) and the ADHD-Rating Scale. It has a good concordance with these scales, and has fair validity with Sheehan’s Dysfunction Inventory.
In contrast to the more conventional methods for assessing ADHD in adults, the DIVA assessment is focused on identifying and discussing the symptoms that occur both during childhood and in adulthood, thus increasing the accuracy of diagnosis and allowing for an easier comparison of sociodemographic traits of the two groups. The DIVA assessment also allows for consideration of the impact of co-existing disorders on the symptoms and severity of ADHD symptoms.
If your Psychologist is unable to prescribe medication, you might need to schedule an appointment with a psychiatrist or a paediatrician for a more thorough evaluation and/or treatment. They can then refer you to a specialist Psychologist to conduct an in-depth evaluation of your symptoms and to determine if there are any differential or co-occurring diagnoses. This includes assessing comorbid conditions, such as depression or anxiety. This will allow your Psychologist to determine the best treatment plan.
Getting Started
A diagnosis of ADHD can transform your life. It can provide answers to long-standing problems and opens the way to effective treatment options. However, a good evaluation requires the expertise of qualified medical professionals. The DIVA ADHD assessment is a well-organized and comprehensive tool that helps to improve the accuracy of adult ADHD diagnosis by assessing symptoms across different life stages. It also helps identify patterns of behavior that remain and assists in determining the difference between ADHD symptoms and other conditions, such as depression or anxiety.
In an DIVA ADHD assessment, a doctor conducts an interview to ask a series of questions about symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity and an impulsiveness. The doctor evaluates the severity, frequency, and duration of symptoms to determine the extent to which they affect the individual in different settings. This information can then be used to create an accurate diagnosis.
The DIVA test is validated in comparison to other diagnostic tools. It has a high sensitivity compared to CAA-DIDs, WURS-briefs and psychiatrist's tests. It also has a high degree of accuracy when measuring ADHD symptoms in five areas of daily functioning: work and education as well as relationships with family and home; social contacts; and free time and leisure.
To be able to conduct a valid DIVA assessment, the person being evaluated as well as their family and friends need to be present. This will help build trust and create a therapeutic bond that is crucial to the success of the assessment.
A skilled psychologist or psychiatrist who has been skilled in the use of the DIVA ADHD assessment can provide a comprehensive report. This report will present the results of the assessment and recommend a treatment plan that is based upon evidence.
If you suspect that you or someone you love may be suffering from ADHD Contact us to make an appointment. Our doctor Kate Schilling is trained in the DIVA ADHD assessment and can provide an evaluation. She can then make a referral to a specialist to create an effective treatment plan. Please be aware that the recommended treatment method is a combination of medication and psychotherapy.