A neuropsychological evaluation usually consists of an interview and testing, and also often includes interviews of family members, doctors, and others; a review of medical records and other background information; and behavioral observations.  Standardized tests may assess some or all of the following areas: 

• Level of Alertness
• Orientation
• Attention
• Learning & Memory
• Sensory & Motor Skills
• Language Skills
• Visuospatial Skills
• Executive Functioning
• General Intellectual Functioning
• Academic Skills
• Emotional/Personality Factors
• Behavior
• Symptom Validity

The tests are not invasive; that is, they do not involve attaching you to machines or using X-rays.  Most of the tests involve questions and answers, or working with materials on a table.  Some tests may use a computer.  The time required depends on the problem being assessed.  In general, several hours are needed to assess the many skills involved in processing information.

The results of a neuropsychological evaluation can be used to:

• Identify weaknesses in specific areas
• Identify strengths that can be used to compensate for weaknesses
• Help differentiate among illnesses, which is important because appropriate treatment depends on accurate diagnosis
• Establish a "baseline" before there is any problem, so that later changes can be measured very objectively
• Assist with neuropsychological administrative matters, such as disability determination
• Assist the trier of fact in litigated matters

DISORDERS COMMONLY ADDRESSED

• Memory disorders
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Concussion
• Alzheimer's disease (AD) and other dementias
• Parkinson's disease (PD)
• Stroke (CVA)
• Learning Disorders (LD)
• Posttraumatic stress (PTSD)
• Emotional adjustment disorders

NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL TREATMENT

Neuropsychological treatment includes helping people to:

• Improve brain functioning
• Compensate for deficits
• Adjust to life following neurologic injury or illness

FORENSIC SERVICES

• Independent Medical/Neuropsychological Examination (IME)
• Record Review
• Disability Determination
• Fitness-for-Duty Evaluation
• Trial Consultation