Measuring brain and mind Neuropsychological testing evaluates
problems in brain functioning. Unlike CT or MRI scans, which
show what the structure of the brain looks like,
neuropsychological testing examines how well the brain is
working when it performs certain functions (for example,
learning or remembering). Testing can help us make a diagnosis
and plan treatment. The types of tests that you will take depend
upon the questions you and your doctor have. (The tests are not
invasive and do not involve any X-rays or electronic machines.)
The tests may assess the following areas: - reasoning and
problem solving - visual-spatial functions - language functions
- motor functions - planning, organization and executive
functions - academic skills - personality and emotional
functioning I will discuss the results with you. I will make
recommendations regarding treatment. I will send a detailed
written report to your doctor, with your permission. What is a
neuropsychologist? A neuropsychologist is a licensed psycholog