Minneapolis Neuropsychology Testing Lawyer

Neuropsychology is an applied scientific discipline that studies both the structure and the function of the brain as it relates to specific psychological processes and overt behaviors.

Neuropsychology is one of the more eclectic of the psychological disciplines. The field frequently overlaps with neuroscience, philosophy, neurology, psychiatry, and computer science (when making artificial neural networks).

Neuropsychological evaluation (NPE) is a method for testing a subject’s brain functions. NPE allows a neuropsychologist to acquire data about a person’s cognitive, motor, behavioral, language, and executive functioning.

This information, when used by a trained neuropsychologist, can provide information that allows for the diagnosis of a cognitive deficit or the confirmation of a diagnosis. In addition, the information can provide clues as to the localization of organic abnormalities in the central nervous system (CNS). This same information provides assistance in guiding effective treatment for the rehabilitation of impaired patients.

Neuropsychological evaluation provides invaluable insight into the psychological functioning of an individual. Modern imaging techniques have only limited ability to provide insight into the functioning of the brain. The tests performed in an evaluation must be interpreted by a trained, experienced neuropsychologist in order to be a benefit to the patient.

The tests conducted in a neuropsychological evaluation are frequently paired with information gathered from clinical reports, physical examinations, as well as self and relative reports. Each test has strengths and weaknesses in its validity, reliability, sensitivity, and specificity. NPE is beginning to increase in its availability and demand.

Minneapolis Brain Injury Lawyer

If you have been the victim of a traumatic brain injury and require neuropsychological evaluation, contact the Minneapolis neuropsychology injury lawyers of Terry, Slane, & Ruohonen, PLLC at 612-362-0000. Our partners are experts in the field of brain injuries and have successfully handled hundreds of cases. Here is one example:

Autumn was a passenger on her fiancé’s motorcycle when they were struck by a vehicle making a left turn. Autumn sustained significant brain injuries and there was concern that there was inadequate insurance coverage.

Our investigation revealed that not only was the left turning vehicle at fault, but the motorcycle driver was also driving above the speed limit and that he could have avoided the crash had he been driving at a proper speed.

By making a claim against the insurance companies for both the motorcycle and the left turning vehicle, significant compensation was received for Autumn. This compensation will pay for her continued care for years to come.

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