Psych 200-01 - Assignment

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Summarization of “Integrating Technology In Neuropsychology Assessment”
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Soukaina Ouassaddine
Department of Psychology, University Of Concordia- Loyola
PSYCH 200-01: Assignment 2
Dr. Charles Stevens Leger
November 25, 2023

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Summarization of “Integrating Technology In Neuropsychology Assessment”
Article
The situation of neuropsychological evaluations today and the necessity of incorporating
additional technology into the profession are covered in the article that follows.It highlights that
there is some resistance to adopting new technologies, but argues that a paradigm shift is
necessary (Miller & Barr, 2017). The paper addresses challenges, examines recent
advancements, and examines the background of the neuropsychological evaluation issue. It
specifically mentions the NIH Toolbox as an example of a new computerized assessment tool.
Literature Review or Background (This is a Level 1 Heading)
Computerized Cognitive Tests (CCT) are becoming increasingly important in cognitive
assessment within neuropsychology. The use of computerized cognitive tests offers advantages
such as easier data collection and processing, lower costs for large-scale studies, improved
accuracy in response time records, standardized stimulus presentation and response collection,
and the ability to integrate complex interpretive algorithms (Marques-Costa, Almiro, & Simoes,
2018).
Discussion
The study demonstrates the paucity of published psychometric research, and the authors
specifically stress the need for electronic tests to adhere to the same psychometric standards as
evaluations done with paper and pencil.In addition, a number of computer-based tests are
provided too soon and don't have enough psychometric qualities, normative data, or
documentation, according to the article.
One of the major scientific endeavors and technical advancements of the past few
decades has been the Human Genome Project.Furthermore, via initiatives like the NIH BRAIN
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Initiative and the European Human Brain Project, the neuroscience community has embraced big
data. Through the quantity of data these initiatives give academics, researchers can better
understand aging and brain-related disorders by modeling the intricate relationships between
behavior and the brain (Bilder & Reise, 2019; Choudhury, Fishman, McGowan, & Juengst,
2014).Machine learning techniques applied to neuropsychological assessment instruments have
shown promise in automatic classification but are currently more effective as a form of screening
rather than prognosis.
There has been a significant development in psychometrics is item response theory (IRT).
It indicates if the items may be used to evaluate different regions of cognition and modifies the
degree of difficulty according to personal traits. IRT analysis allows for more accurate and
valid instrument construction.
A collection of tools called the NIH Toolbox Battery is used to evaluate behavioral and
neurological function. Apart from the integration of large data, it also includes contemporary
psychometrics and fosters global cooperation (Gershon et al., 2010). Tests such as the Cognitive
Ability Test and the Picture Sequence Memory Test are included. Tracking and a variety of
situations are things that are utilized by the battery. Its portability, ease of use, and accessibility
to normative scores are some of its benefits. Tablet use is limited by a number of factors,
including battery life and hardware/software issues. Although the iPad securely stores the app
data, privacy considerations should be taken into account.
Conclusion
At last, the article discusses the importance of integrating technology in
neuropsychological assessment. It largely focuses on the use of technological devices in
clinical practice and research, emphasizing the need for psychologists to acquire technological
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knowledge and collaborate. The paper also mentions the potential of machine learning
algorithms for predicting diseases and the importance of prevention. It suggests making research
surveys available for open access and incorporating innovative developments in education.
Furthermore, the article addresses issues related to assessing older adults, data security, and
compliance with regulations. Overall, it emphasizes the potential for a paradigm shift in
neuropsychological assessment with technology integration, while acknowledging challenges in
ensuring high-quality and secure data.

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References
Miller, J. B., & Barr, W. (2017). The technology crisis in neuropsychology. Archives of Clinical
Neuropsychology, 32(5), 541–554. https://doi.org/10.1093/arclin/acx050
Marques-Costa, C., Almiro, P. A., & Simões, M. J. (2018). Computerized Cognitive Tests (CCT)
in elderly: A psychometric review. Revue Européenne De Psychologie Appliquée, 68(2),
61–68. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.erap.2018.04.002
Bilder, R. M., & Reise, S. P. (2018). Neuropsychological tests of the future: How do we get
there from here? The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 33(2), 220–245.
https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2018.1521993
Gershon, R., Cella, D., Fox, N. A., Havlik, R. J., Hendrie, H. C., & Wagster, M. V. (2010).
Assessment of neurological and behavioural function: the NIH Toolbox. Lancet
Neurology, 9(2), 138–139. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1474-4422(09)70335-7
Marques-Costa, C., Simões, M. R., Almiro, P. A., Prieto, G., & Pinho, M. S. (2023). Integrating
technology in neuropsychological assessment. European Psychologist, 28(1), 1–11.
https://doi.org/10.1027/1016-9040/a000484

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Summarization of “Integrating Technology In Neuropsychology Assessment”

Department of Psychology, University Of Concordia- Loyola

PSYCH 200-01: Assignment 2

Dr. Charles Stevens Leger

November 25, 2023

Summarization of “Integrating Technology In Neuropsychology Assessment”

The situation of neuropsychological evaluations today and the necessity of incorporating

advancements, and examines the background of the neuropsychological evaluation issue. It

Literature Review or Background (This is a Level 1 Heading)

Computerized Cognitive Tests (CCT) are becoming increasingly important in cognitive

documentation, according to the article.

2014).Machine learning techniques applied to neuropsychological assessment instruments have

rather than prognosis.

valid instrument construction.

data, privacy considerations should be taken into account.

At last, the article discusses the importance of integrating technology in

neuropsychological assessment. It largely focuses on the use of technological devices in

neuropsychological assessment with technology integration, while acknowledging challenges in

ensuring high-quality and secure data.

Neuropsychology, 32(5), 541–554. https://doi.org/10.1093/arclin/acx050

in elderly: A psychometric review. Revue Européenne De Psychologie Appliquée, 68(2),

there from here? The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 33(2), 220–245.

Assessment of neurological and behavioural function: the NIH Toolbox. Lancet

Neurology, 9(2), 138–139. https://doi.org/10.1016/s1474-4422(09)70335-7

technology in neuropsychological assessment. European Psychologist, 28(1), 1–11.

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