Neuropsychological Tests
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Tests designed to assess neurological function associated with certain behaviors. They are used in diagnosing brain dysfunction or damage and central nervous system disorders or injury. |
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DF: NEUROPSYCHOL TESTS |
| Also Called: |
Aphasia Tests,Memory for Designs Test |
Neuropsychological Tests Categories.
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Bender-Gestalt Test - A psychological test consisting of nine geometric designs on cards. The subject is asked to redraw them from memory after each one is presented individually. |
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Luria-Nebraska Neuropsychological Battery - A series of tests designed to assess neuropsychological function. The battery is used to diagnose specific cerebral dysfunction and also to determine lateralization. |
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Trail Making Test - The subject's ability to connect 25 numbered and lettered circles in sequence in a specific length of time. A score of 12 or below is suggestive of organic brain damage. |
Neuropsychological Tests Definitions and Terms
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