Neuropsychological Evaluations

These evaluations assess numerous functional cognitive domains, including:

 

• General reasoning and problem-solving skills (i.e., intelligence)

• Attention

• Executive functioning (e.g., cognitive, behavioral, and emotional regulation)

• Memory

• Language

• Visual motor 

• Visual perception

 

Assessment of general psychological processes, such as behavior and emotions, may also be included. 

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How can an evaluation help?

 

• Provide diagnostic clarification

• Outline potential treatment options and provide referrals

• Assist with accessing therapies and school help

• Establish baseline functioning (e.g., before interventions, such as medication or surgery)

• Monitor functioning over time to assess for improvements and declines

 

Who might benefit from an evaluation?

Individuals with complex medical conditions that may affect cognition, such as: 

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• Seizures/epilepsy

• Traumatic brain injuries

• Acquired brain injuries (e.g., stroke)

• Cancer affecting the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord)

• Chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy targeting the central nervous system

• Cerebral palsy

• Spina bifida

• Concerns associated with a history of prematurity and/or low birth weight