Neuro psychological assessments

Question 1

Which neuro psychological tests are used for sustained attention and vigilance test

Answer 1

Continuous performance tests like TOVA and Conners CPT

Question 2

Which test for processing speed?

Answer 2

WAIS Iv and processing speed index

Question 3

Test for working memory

Answer 3

Digital span test

Question 4

Test for inhibitory control and impulsivity

Answer 4

Stroop test and go no go test

Question 5

Which test for cognitive flexibility?

Answer 5

Wisconsin card sorting test

Question 6

Why is neuro psychological testing always not required an ADHD assessment?

Answer 6

ADHD is mainly clinical diagnosis based on DSM five ICD 11 criteria.
Some individuals with ADHD can perform well on structure tests but struggle in real life.
Assessments can be expensive and time-consuming

Question 7

When is neuro psychological testing most useful in ADHD?

Answer 7

Unclear or borderline cases with anxiety, depression or autism
Medication or treatment responses inconsistent.
School workplace adjustments are needed
Differentiating ADHD from learning disability or learning difficulties

Question 8

What is a QB test?

Answer 8

Quantified behavioural test which provides objective measures of activity, and attention, impulsivity via motion tracking and is good for before and after a medication evaluation but not nice approved for adults