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. 2023 Feb;39(1):27-43.
doi: 10.1016/j.cger.2022.07.003. Epub 2022 Oct 18.

Formal Neuropsychological Testing: Test Batteries, Interpretation, and Added Value in Practice

Victor A Del Bene  1 , Adam Gerstenecker  1 , Ronald M Lazar  2
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Formal Neuropsychological Testing: Test Batteries, Interpretation, and Added Value in Practice

Victor A Del Bene et al. Clin Geriatr Med. 2023 Feb.

Abstract

Neuropsychologists evaluate patients for cognitive decline and dementia, using validated psychometric tests, along with behavioral observation, record review, clinical interview, and information about psychological functioning, to evaluate brain-behavior relationships and aid in differential diagnosis and treatment planning. Also considered are premorbid functioning, education, sex, socioeconomic status, primary language, culture, and race-related health disparities when selecting tests, interpreting performance, and providing a diagnostic impression. Neuropsychologists provide diagnostic clarity, explain symptoms and likely disease course to patients and family members, and assist the family with future planning, behavioral management strategies, and ways to mitigate caregiver burden.

Keywords: Cognition; Cognitive impairment; Dementia; Neuropsychology.

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Disclosure No financial conflicts of interest. This article was possible in part by the UAB McKnight Brain Institute.