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Neuropsychological Evaluations

A neuropsychological evaluation provides a comprehensive assessment of an individual's behavioral and cognitive functioning. An assessment can be used to help diagnose a known or suspected developmental or neurological condition (e.g., Autism spectrum disorder, Alzheimer's disease), characterize strengths and weaknesses, or establish a baseline. An evaluation is a detailed and individually-tailored experience which consists of a review of medical records, clinical interview, family interview, a battery of cognitive tests, a feedback session, and a written report.

Common presenting conditions/issues include:

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, Vascular dementia, Lewy Body dementia, behavioral variant frontotemporal dementia, primary progressive aphasias, etc.)
Movement disorders (e.g., Parkinson's disease)
Stroke, traumatic brain injury/concussion, HIV, epilepsy, cancer
Learning disorders (e.g., dyslexia/reading disorder, dysgraphia/writing disorder, dyscalculia/math disorder)
Anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorders

Baseline cognitive evaluation:

You may be an mid-life or older adult who does not have major cognitive concerns at this time, but would like to have an neuropsychological evaluation to establish a cognitive baseline which can be used as an individualized comparison measure to assess future changes as you age. In this case, you will complete a standardized battery of cognitive tests designed for mid-life or older adults.

Initial Interview Consultation

A one hour initial interview consultation is offered to determine the right clinical assessment for your needs. First, you will complete an intake form. Next, you will meet with Dr. Watson for 1 hour via telehealth.

This session will help Dr. Watson learn about you, your concerns, and the questions you hope to have answered from an evaluation. It is also an opportunity for you to learn more about the cognitive testing process and see what it is like to work with Dr. Watson. You will be provided with recommendations for next steps (e.g. move forward with a full evaluation, no assessment needed at this time, therapy intervention, other).

The Full Evaluation Process - What to Expect

A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation typically takes 3-6 hours of your time, and this can be shorter or longer depending on the nature of the evaluation.

1. Record review (1 hour) - Dr. Watson will conduct an in-depth review of medical (and/or mental health, academic) records with a focus on neurological, mental health, and neuroimaging data.

2. Clinical Interview (1-3 hours) - Dr. Watson will meet with you and if possible, someone close to you such as a family member or friend to learn about your concerns and collect relevant background information. Information will also be gathered from you and if needed, someone close to you via questionnaires.

3. Testing (2-3 hours) - Dr. Watson will work one-on-one with you to complete an individualized battery of behavioral and cognitive activities including tests of social functioning, memory, language, visual skills, attention, thinking speed, executive functioning, behavior, mood, and other domains as relevant.

4. Data Analysis and Integration, Written Report - After testing, Dr. Watson will analyze and integrate your testing data with your clinical history and write a report summarizing the results of the evaluation, including diagnoses (if applicable), and recommendations to support your cognitive and mental health. You will be provided with a copy of the report.

5. Feedback session (45 minutes) - Dr. Watson will meet with you to review the results of the report, recommendations for the future, and answer any questions you may have. Feedback sessions typically occur 2-3 weeks after the testing session. A detailed clinical report will follow.

Clinical and Legal Consultation Services

Consultation services are available for a variety of clinical and legal needs including:

Individual and family education on neurological and psychological conditions and their impacts in daily life
Tailored recommendations and evidence-based resources for specific cognitive challenges and how to access them
Second opinion on a previous neuropsychological evaluation
Medical chart review to assess for potential contributors to cognitive impairment

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