How LODHI-A Compares
Understanding where the LODHI-A fits in the landscape of adult ADHD assessment tools.
| Feature | LODHI-A | DIVA-5 | ACE+ | ASRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Format | Conversational interview | Semi-structured interview | Semi-structured interview | Self-report screening |
| Rapport Building | Primary emphasis | Not emphasized | Recommended | N/A |
| Childhood Validation | Narrative with examples | Symptom checklist | Symptom checklist | None |
| Functional Impairment | Multi-domain assessment | General inquiry | Domain-specific | Brief screening |
| “Why Now?” Inquiry | Core component | Not included | Not included | Not included |
| Differential Diagnosis | Systematic screening | Brief mention | Prompt-based | None |
| High-Functioning Adults | Specialized probes | Standard examples | Standard examples | Standard items |
DIVA-5
Diagnostic Interview for ADHD in Adults. A structured diagnostic interview organized by DSM-5 criteria with symptom checklists for childhood and adulthood.
ACE+
ADHD Child Evaluation for Adults. A semi-structured diagnostic interview used internationally, particularly in the UK NHS, with prompt-based differential diagnosis.
ASRS
Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale. A brief self-report screening tool using a Likert scale for symptom frequency. Screening only, not diagnostic.
This comparison reflects structural and methodological differences between instruments. All listed tools have clinical value in appropriate contexts. The LODHI-A is designed to complement, not replace, standardized psychometric measures.
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