Definitions for "Neuropsychologist"
A psychologist concerned with the relationships among cognition, affect, and behaviour on the one hand, and brain function on the other.
is a professional psychologist that studies and practices neuropsychology. Neuropsychology is the study of the relationship between the central nervous system (brain and spine) and behavior, from birth to old age. The assess cognitive domains such as attention and concentration, processing speed, memory, language functions, visuo-spatial ability, and executive functioning (initiation, cognitive flexibility, problem solving, self-montioring and inhibition). Psychology is the study and profession concerning behavior and the related functions and processes of both the mind and body, in human and non-human animals. Neuropsychologists have many different types of jobs and not every neuropsychologist does the same thing. Many neuropsychologists administer psychological tests and perform assessments to diagnose specific disorders of the brain. These brain disorders most often result in problems with thinking, emotions, and/or behavior. Neuropsychologists study ways to measure recovery from brain damage as well as strategies to rehabilitate (make better) people with brain damage and improve their care.
A person with a degree in psychology and specialist training or experience in the practice of neuropsychology. The study and practice of neuropsychology involves the identification, analysis and treatment of the cognitive, behavioural and affective consequences of brain damage.
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