Current ADHD Diagnosis Limitations
Understanding the challenges in current ADHD assessment methods and how MindReveal addresses them
Current Challenges
Self-Report Bias
Current assessments rely on self-reported symptoms, which can be subjective and inconsistent.
Limited Ecological Validity
Traditional tests often don't reflect real-world scenarios where ADHD symptoms typically manifest.
Lack of Objective Metrics
Few standardised, objective measures exist to quantify cognitive performance in ADHD-relevant tasks.
Inconsistent Assessment Tools
Variability in assessment methods across different clinicians and healthcare systems.
The Impact of These Limitations
Average time to receive an ADHD diagnosis (in the UK).
Undiagnosed ADHD can lead to other mental health conditions.
Undiagnosed ADHD individuals face challenges in organisation and time management, leading to troubles in the workplace and/or academia.
How MindReveal Addresses These Challenges
Self-Report Bias
VR-based tasks capture actual cognitive performance rather than relying on subjective self-reports.
Limited Ecological Validity
VR environments simulate realistic situations where ADHD symptoms naturally occur.
Lack of Objective Metrics
Consistent, quantifiable measures of attention, working memory, and impulse control.
Inconsistent Assessment Tools
Uniform assessment protocol ensures consistency across different healthcare providers.
Research Foundation
Our approach is grounded in decades of cognitive neuroscience research that identifies four key areas where individuals with ADHD show consistent differences:
Sustained Attention
Ability to maintain focus on a task over extended periods.
Inhibitory Control
Capacity to suppress inappropriate responses or behaviours.
Working Memory
Ability to hold and manipulate information in mind.
Time Perception
Accuracy in estimating and managing time intervals.
Learn More About Our Methodology
Discover the scientific foundation behind our four cognitive assessment domains:
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