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What is the main focus of the module discussed in the text?
What is the main focus of the module discussed in the text?
What is the importance of interpreting tests within the context of the individual case?
What is the importance of interpreting tests within the context of the individual case?
What is a desired outcome of the module?
What is a desired outcome of the module?
Study Notes
- This module focuses on developmental neuropsychological assessment in children and adolescents.
- Key concepts of normal and abnormal brain development are reviewed.
- Paediatric neuropsychologists diagnose reorganised functions after brain injury/disease at different stages of development.
- Workshops are used to review the strengths and weaknesses of different tests for each neural-cognitive-motor system.
- Interpreting tests within the context of the individual case is important.
- The importance of describing potential functional implications is highlighted.
- Learning objectives include understanding the underpinning principles of neuropsychological assessment, integrating neuropsychological data with measures of brain function, and knowing the strengths and weaknesses of various tests.
- Producing basic neuropsychological formulations is a desired outcome.
- The module emphasizes the need to improve diagnosis and prognosis in different cases.
- The module is designed for individuals interested in paediatric clinical cases.
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"Test Your Knowledge: Developmental Neuropsychological Assessment in Children and Adolescents" - Are you interested in improving your understanding of the principles and techniques used in paediatric neuropsychological assessment? Take this quiz to review key concepts of normal and abnormal brain development, learn about reorganised functions after brain injury/disease, and understand the strengths and weaknesses of different tests for each neural-cognitive-motor system. This quiz emphasizes the importance of interpreting tests within the context of the individual case and describing