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Neuropsychological Assessment

A detailed assessment of thinking, memory, behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

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Overview

A neuropsychological assessment is a more detailed evaluation than a routine cognitive screening. It uses standardised tests to look closely at memory, attention, language, reasoning, behaviour and mood.

The results help to understand how a neurological condition is affecting a person, and to plan treatment, rehabilitation and support.

Please confirm with the clinic when you book whether this assessment is currently available.

Why this test may be advised

  • Mild or unclear memory and thinking problems that need detailed evaluation
  • Changes in behaviour or personality
  • Thinking difficulties after a stroke, brain injury or other neurological illness
  • Planning rehabilitation or support at home or at work

Having one or more of these does not by itself mean you have a particular condition. A doctor's assessment is needed to find the cause.

What the test involves

  1. A discussion of your concerns and background.
  2. A series of standardised tests involving questions, puzzles and tasks.
  3. Questionnaires about mood and daily functioning.
  4. The assessment usually takes longer than a routine consultation and may include breaks.

Who may need this test

  • People whose doctor has advised a detailed assessment of thinking or behaviour
  • People recovering from a stroke or brain injury who have thinking difficulties

How to prepare

It helps to bring:

  • Bring reading glasses and hearing aids if you use them
  • Bring details of your education and work history, as these help to interpret the results
  • Ask the clinic when you book how long the assessment is expected to take
  • Previous medical reports, prescriptions and hospital discharge summaries
  • MRI or CT scan films and reports, if you have them
  • A list of all the medicines you take, with their doses
  • A short note of your symptoms: when they started, how often they happen and what makes them better or worse
Test Preparation What to Bring

What happens next

  • A report describing strengths and difficulties is prepared.
  • Recommendations may include treatment, cognitive rehabilitation or practical strategies.

Recommendations depend on the clinician's assessment of your individual situation. This website cannot diagnose your condition or guarantee a particular result.

Frequently asked questions

How is this different from a cognitive assessment?

A cognitive assessment is usually a shorter screening test. A neuropsychological assessment is more detailed and looks at many areas of thinking and behaviour.

Should a family member come?

It often helps, as they can describe changes in daily life and behaviour.

Clinic locations

Please confirm the OPD day, timings and availability of this service when you book.

This page gives general information to help you understand this topic. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a consultation with a doctor.

In an emergency

If you or someone with you has sudden weakness or numbness, facial drooping, slurred speech, a seizure lasting more than 5 minutes, a sudden severe headache or loss of consciousness, call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately. Do not wait for an appointment or rely on this website.

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