There is no single test that diagnoses ADHD — but there is now a way to bring objective, measurable data into the process. QbCheck is an FDA-cleared computer-based test that measures the three core symptom domains of ADHD — attention, impulsivity, and activity — and compares your results with a reference group matched for age and sex.
The Restora Psychiatry now offers QbCheck to patients ages 13 and older throughout Virginia. You complete the test remotely, on your own computer at home, and your provider reviews the results together with your history and symptoms during your appointment.
What QbCheck Measures
QbCheck pairs a short computer task with webcam-based motion tracking, so instead of relying on recall and self-report alone, your provider can see how your attention and activity actually performed over the course of the test.
- Attention — how consistently you respond to the correct targets, and how that holds up over time
- Impulsivity — how often you respond when you should hold back
- Activity — movement captured through your webcam while you complete the task
- Results reported as scores compared with a reference group of the same age and sex
How the Remote Test Works
QbCheck is done entirely online, so there is no extra trip to the office. Most patients complete it in a single sitting.
- You receive a secure link and step-by-step instructions once testing is scheduled
- A short setup and practice round confirms your camera and that you understand the task
- The test itself takes about 15–20 minutes; set aside roughly 30 minutes overall
- Your results go directly to your provider and are reviewed with you at your appointment
How We Use Your Results
QbCheck is an aid to assessment, not a verdict. Your provider interprets your scores alongside your developmental history, current symptoms, rating scales, and screening for conditions that can look like ADHD — no test result alone diagnoses or rules out ADHD.
- Initial ADHD evaluation — objective measurement added to your clinical assessment
- Unclear presentations and second opinions — helpful when symptoms overlap with anxiety, depression, or poor sleep
- Treatment monitoring — repeat testing after starting or adjusting medication to measure change objectively rather than by memory alone
- A clear written report of your results for your own records
What You'll Need
A few simple requirements make sure your results are accurate the first time.
- A desktop or laptop computer with a working webcam (phones and tablets are not supported)
- A current web browser and a stable internet connection
- A quiet, private room where you won't be interrupted, with your phone put away
- Guidance from your provider on whether to take or hold your usual ADHD medication beforehand
Available Remotely Across Virginia
Because QbCheck is completed from your own home, it's available to our patients anywhere in Virginia — including Colonial Heights, Richmond, Chesterfield, Petersburg, Midlothian, and surrounding communities. Your provider reviews the results with you at your appointment, in person at our Colonial Heights office or by secure telepsychiatry. See the areas we serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does QbCheck diagnose ADHD?
No. QbCheck is FDA-cleared as an aid in the assessment of ADHD and in evaluating treatment response — it is not a standalone diagnostic test. A diagnosis always comes from your provider's clinical evaluation, which considers your history, symptoms, rating scales, and other possible explanations alongside your QbCheck results.
Do I have to come into the office to take QbCheck?
No. We offer QbCheck remotely. You complete it at home on your own computer with a webcam, and the results are sent to your provider to review with you — whether your appointment is in person in Colonial Heights or by telepsychiatry.
How long does QbCheck take?
The test itself takes about 15–20 minutes. Plan for roughly 30 minutes in total to allow for setup and a brief practice round beforehand.
Can QbCheck show whether my ADHD medication is working?
Yes — that's one of its cleared uses. Repeating the test after you start or adjust medication gives you and your provider an objective comparison of attention, impulsivity, and activity, rather than relying only on how the past few weeks felt in hindsight.
Who can take QbCheck?
We offer QbCheck to our patients ages 13 and older. QbCheck's comparison data covers ages 6 through 60; if you're older than 60, your provider will discuss whether testing is appropriate and what other parts of the evaluation will carry more weight.
Is QbCheck covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan. We'll go over what QbCheck costs and how it's billed before you're scheduled, so there are no surprises — see our Insurance & Fees page or call us with questions.
See more on our FAQ page and Insurance & Fees.