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    Public Description of Clinical Neuropsychology: Specialized Knowledge

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    Clinical neuropsychology applies principles of brain-behavior relationships to understand and address problems related to the central nervous system. Neuropsychologists receive specialized training in neuroanatomy, neuroscience, neurological disorders, and neuropsychological assessment and intervention techniques. They assess and treat a wide range of conditions across the lifespan, including dementia, traumatic brain injury, learning disabilities, and other neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Neuropsychologists integrate findings from assessments, medical data, and knowledge of the neurosciences to evaluate clients and interpret results with consideration of social and cultural factors.

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    Clinical neuropsychology applies principles of brain-behavior relationships to understand and address problems related to the central nervous system. Neuropsychologists receive specialized training in neuroanatomy, neuroscience, neurological disorders, and neuropsychological assessment and intervention techniques. They assess and treat a wide range of conditions across the lifespan, including dementia, traumatic brain injury, learning disabilities, and other neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Neuropsychologists integrate findings from assessments, medical data, and knowledge of the neurosciences to evaluate clients and interpret results with consideration of social and cultural factors.

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    Clinical neuropsychology applies principles of brain-behavior relationships to understand and address problems related to the central nervous system. Neuropsychologists receive specialized training in neuroanatomy, neuroscience, neurological disorders, and neuropsychological assessment and intervention techniques. They assess and treat a wide range of conditions across the lifespan, including dementia, traumatic brain injury, learning disabilities, and other neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Neuropsychologists integrate findings from assessments, medical data, and knowledge of the neurosciences to evaluate clients and interpret results with consideration of social and cultural factors.

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    Public Description of Clinical Neuropsychology

    2010

    Clinical Neuropsychology is a specialty in professional psychology that applies principles of


    assessment and intervention based upon the scientific study of human behavior as it relates to normal
    and abnormal functioning of the central nervous system. The specialty is dedicated to enhancing the
    understanding of brain‐behavior relationships and the application of such knowledge to human
    problems.

    Specialized Knowledge
    Specialized knowledge and training in the applied science of brain‐behavior relationships is
    foundational to the specialty of clinical neuropsychology. In addition to foundational and functional
    competencies in professional psychology, clinical neuropsychologists have specialized knowledge of
    functional neuroanatomy, principles of neuroscience, brain development, neurological disorders and
    etiologies, neurodiagnostic techniques, normal and abnormal brain functioning, and
    neuropsychological and behavioral manifestations of neurological disorders. Preparation in clinical
    neuropsychology begins at the doctoral level and specialized education and training is completed at
    the postdoctoral level.

    Problems Addressed
    Clinical neuropsychologists address neurobehavioral problems related to acquired or developmental
    disorders of the nervous system. The types of problems are extremely varied and include such
    conditions as dementia, vascular disorders, Parkinson's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders,
    traumatic brain injury, seizure disorders, learning disabilities, neuropsychiatric disorders, infectious
    disease affecting the CNS, neurodevelopmental disorders, metabolic disease and neurological effects
    of medical disorders or treatment.

    Populations Served
    Clinical neuropsychologists apply specialized knowledge in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and
    rehabilitation of individuals with neurological, medical, or neurodevelopmental disorders across the
    lifespan. Pediatric neuropsychologists provide clinical services to children and adolescents (and their
    families).

    Skills and Procedures Utilized


    Clinical neuropsychologists are skilled in clinical assessment and treatment of brain disorders.
    Essential skills include specialized neuropsychological assessment techniques, specialized intervention
    techniques, research design and analysis in neuropsychology, professional issues and ethics, culturally
    competent approaches in neuropsychology, and understanding of implications of neuropsychological
    conditions for behavior and adjustment. Competence in clinical neuropsychology requires the ability
    to integrate neuropsychological findings with neurologic and other medical data, psychosocial and
    other behavioral data, and knowledge in the neurosciences, and interpret these findings with an
    appreciation of social, cultural and ethical issues.
    Society for Clinical Neuropsychology
    Division 40: Society for Clinical Neuropsychology provides a scientific and professional forum for
    individuals interested in the study of the relationships between the brain and human behavior. As such,
    Division 40 promotes interdisciplinary interaction among various interest areas including
    physiological cognitive, developmental, clinical rehabilitation, school, forensic and health psychology.
    The exchange of ideas in facilitated by the Division's encouragement of scientific research, education
    and practice. Members receive (twice a year) the Society for Clinical Neuropsychology, Newsletter 40,
    in which pertinent divisional issues and information are published. In addition, the Division presents
    student awards for distinguished scientific research at the APA annual convention.

    Leadership
    President

    Paula K. Shear, PhD, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati 


    View a list of past presidents

    Secretary

    Heather Belanger, PhD, St. Petersburg, Fla.

    Publications
    Newsletter

    Society for Clinical Neuropsychology, Newsletter 40 (two issues per year)


    Editor: Brian Yochim, PhD, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

    Order Form

    Society for Clinical Neuropsychology (PDF, 20KB)


    "Clinical Neuropsychology: A Guide for Patients and Their Families" and "Pediatric
    Neuropsychology: A Guide for Parents," both published by the Public Interest Advisory Committee of
    Division 40.

    Division Meetings

     APA Annual Convention

    Contact Information
    APA Division Services
    750 First St, NE
    Washington, DC 20002-4242
    Telephone: (202) 336-6013

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