Neuropsychological Assessment

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It is an evaluation of cognitive functioning (i.e. information processing) via the administration of neuropsychological tests. Neuropsychological assessment is recommended when someone has suffered a brain injury or is suspected of having a neurological disorder. As a result of the injury or disorder, the person may experience deficits in their thinking, memory, speech, personality, and other behaviors, which interferes with their normal daily life. Consequently, 
neuropsychological assessment can assist in evaluating the impact on a person's functioning as a result of injury or neurological disease and offer treatment recommendations to improve functioning. 

• Intelligence
• Problem solving
• Planning and organization
• Attention
• Memory
• Learning
• Language
• Academic skills
• Perceptual and motor abilities
• Emotions, behavior, and personality

When someone displays impairment in functioning that is significant enough to impact their daily life, a neuropsychological evaluation may be necessary. Some behaviors or symptoms that may indicate impairment are:

• Memory loss
• Attention and concentration problems
• Difficulty organizing and planning
• Increased impulsivity
• Difficulty communicating
• Difficulty writing or reading
• Difficulty with multitasking
• Disturbed thinking or confusion
• Changes in visual and spatial skills