Kaitlin B. Casaletto|Robert K. Heaton
Neuropsychological Assessment: Past and Future
University of California, San Francisco|University of California, San Diego
abstract neuropsychological assessment tools staple field development standardized metrics sensitive brainbehavior relationships shaped neuropsychological questions ask understanding discrete brain functions informed detection treatment neurological disorders identify key turning points innovations neuropsychological assessment past 4050 years highlight tools used common practice today came also selected emphasis several exciting lines research novel approaches underway probe characterize brain functions enhance diagnostic treatment outcomes provide brief historical review different clinical neuropsychological assessment approaches lurian flexible fixed batteries boston process approach critical developments influenced interpretation normative standards cultural considerations longitudinal change common metric batteries translational assessment constructs lastly discuss growing trends assessment including technological advances efforts integrate neuropsychology across disciplines eg primary care changes neuropsychological assessment infrastructure neuropsychological assessment undergone massive growth past several decades nonetheless remain many unanswered questions future challenges better support measurement tools translate assessment findings meaningful recommendations treatments technology understanding brain function advance efforts support infrastructure traditional novel assessment approaches integration complementary brain assessment tools disciplines integral inform brain health treatments promote growth field jins 2017 23 778790