Sometimes a patient’s inability to concentrate, reason, solve problems or recall information is linked to an undiagnosed illness or substances that have altered these abilities. Neuropsychological assessments give therapists and medical professionals a powerful pathway to the inner workings of the brain. By assessing patients with a series of tests that measure their psychological functioning, St. Luke’s team can determine the best course of treatment for each patient.
Neuropsychological Assessment Benefits
Through this assessment, patients can achieve:
- Improved functionality through treatment
- Increased independence
Helping patients Thrive
Neuropsychological testing is effective for diagnosing brain deficits in patients with:
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Dementia
- Stroke
- Multiple sclerosis
- Brain tumor
- Parkinson’s disease
- Epilepsy
- AIDS
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Exposure to poisons, chemicals and/or pollution
- Drug and alcohol abuse
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)