Psychological AssessmentAbout Neuropsychological Testing

Neuropsychological tests are designed to examine a variety of cognitive abilities including speed of information processing, attention, memory, language and executive functions. Through testing, Dr. Dixit can assess strengths and weaknesses in a patient’s cognitive functioning. In addition, her assessment examines development, functioning, academic skills, and psychological coping strategies. This allows her to create custom treatment plans to help patients regain a sense of wholeness.

Neuropsychological testing is an important component of the assessment and treatment of traumatic brain injury, dementia and Alzheimer’s, neurological conditions, and psychiatric disorders.

Cognitive Functions Assessed:

  • Memory
  • Attention
  • Executive Functioning (the mental processes behind planning, organization, and self control)
  • Language
  • Processing Speed and Motor Skills (activities such as running, maintaining balance, and playing the piano, or muscles movements involving the hands & feet)

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