Many outcomes may hinge on a neuropsychology evaluation, from the awarding of money to the granting of custody. Assessment of mental, motor, and related functions must be accurate and results reported in clear detail to contribute to an informed judgment. For the practitioner just starting to compose evaluation reports, this can be a daunting prospect, especially if one is still mastering the language of the field and its clinical nuances.

The Neuropsychology Toolkit jump-starts confidence and competence by identifying common evaluation errors-of omission, commission, and misjudgment-and providing a solid framework for avoiding them. Geared toward best practice as well as clear communication, it covers each step of the process, from gathering background information and other pre-test considerations to interpreting results and reporting conclusions, so the developing practitioner can find his or her own voice without sacrificing crucial detail. This improved evaluation of clients, in turn, will improve the way one's practice is evaluated by supervisors, colleagues, or the courts.

Concise and practical, The Neuropsychology Toolkit is a trustworthy reference for neuropsychologists, clinical psychologists, and rehabilitation specialists.



Autorentext
Richard Wanlass, Ph.D., is Chief Psychologist and Clinical Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of California, Davis, Medical Center, where he oversees and provides neuropsychological, psychological, and social services to patients with TBI, chronic pain, stroke, spinal cord injury, and other neurological and physical disabilities. In addition, he trains pre-doctoral psychology interns and post-doctoral neuropsychology fellows. Prior to joing UC-Davis, he directed neuropsychological and psychological services in a free-standing brain injury rehabilitation facility. Other previous activities include private practice, consultation, and service as an Expert Reviewer for the California Board of Psychology. Dr. Wanlass is a Fellow of the National Academy of Neuropsychology and a member of the American Psychological Association.

Zusammenfassung
This book provides information, guidelines, and materials to help future neuropsychology supervisees identify, understand, and avoid some of these problems and pitfalls. Also included are a neuropsychological questionnaire, short- and long-report formats, and sample statements that can be used to help with wording sections of the report that are particularly challenging to write.

Inhalt
Part I: NeuRules: Guidelines for Improving Assessment and Reporting.- Chapter 1: Pre-Test.- Chapter 2: Interacting with Others.- Chapter 3: Managing Environmental Considerations.- Chapter 4. Obtaining and Reporting Background Information.- Chapter 5: Selecting Tests and Categorizing Performance.- Chapter 6: Testing, Interpreting, and Reporting Results.- Chapter 7: Reporting Conclusions, Diagnoses, and Recommendations.- Chapter 8: Writing Effectively.- Chapter 9: Controlling Quality.- Chapter 10: Post-Test.- Part II: Formats: Questionnaires and Reports.- Chapter 11 : Neuropsychological Questionnaire--Self-Report Version.- Chapter 12 : Neuropsychological Questionnaire--Family Report Version.- Chapter 13: Short Report Format.- Chapter 14: Long Report Format.- Part III: Language.- Chapter 15: Validity.- Chapter 16: Test Results.- Chapter 17: Conclusions.- Chapter 18: Recommendations.- Appendix: Scoring Key.- Index.
Titel
The Neuropsychology Toolkit
Untertitel
Guidelines, Formats, and Language
EAN
9781461418825
Format
E-Book (pdf)
Veröffentlichung
09.02.2012
Digitaler Kopierschutz
Wasserzeichen
Dateigrösse
0.95 MB
Anzahl Seiten
160