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Parent Perceptions of Pediatric Neuropsychological Evaluations: A Systematic Review

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify constituent components and indicators of overall parent satisfaction with pediatric neuropsychological evaluations (NPEs).
  2. Identify variables that may either bolster or hinder the rate of recommendation implementation and appreciate their correlation with overall parent satisfaction.

Paul Spano, Nicole Katz, Tara DeLuco, Christina Octavia Martin, Helen Tam, Daniela Montalto & Cheryl R. Stein (2021). Parent perceptions of pediatric neuropsychological evaluations: a systematic review, Child Neuropsychology, 27:7, 922-948, DOI: 10.1080/09297049.2021.1908980

Quantifying Visuoperceptual Profiles of Children with Cerebral Visual Impairment

Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe the reason for and benefits of visuoperceptual profiling in cerebral visual impairment.
  2. Apply knowledge on visuoperceptual profiling to interpret test results.

Nofar Ben Itzhak, Kathleen Vancleef, Inge Franki, Annouschka Laenen, Johan Wagemans & Els Ortibus (2021). Quantifying visuoperceptual profiles of children with cerebral visual impairment, Child Neuropsychology, 27:8, 995-1023, DOI: 10.1080/09297049.2021.1915265

The Contribution of Sluggish Cognitive Tempo to Processing Speed in Survivors of Pediatric Brain Tumors

Learning Objectives:

  1. Explain the construct of Sluggish Cognitive Tempo (SCT) and its specific contribution to processing speed outcomes in survivors of pediatric brain tumors.
  2. Describe the association between SCT symptoms and specific medical and demographic variables.

Rachel K. Peterson, Kelly Jones & Lisa A. Jacobson (2021). The contribution of sluggish cognitive tempo to processing speed in survivors of pediatric brain tumors, Child Neuropsychology, 27:7, 960-972, DOI: 10.1080/09297049.2021.1917529

Long-term neurodevelopmental outcome after prenatal exposure to maternal hematological malignancies with or without cytotoxic treatment

Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe how hematological malignancies during pregnancy may affect the neurocognitive development of the offspring.
  2. Describe comorbidities of hematological malignancies and explain how these factors can affect the development of the offspring.

Mathilde van Gerwen, Evangeline Huis in ‘t Veld, Martine van Grotel, Marry M. van den Heuvel-Eibrink, Kristel Van Calsteren, Charlotte Maggen, Vit Drochytek, Giovanna Scarfone, Camilla Fontana, Robert Fruscio, Elyce Cardonick, Elisabeth M. van Dijk-Lokkart & Frédéric Amant (2021) Long-term neurodevelopmental outcome after prenatal exposure to maternal hematological malignancies with or without cytotoxic treatment, Child Neuropsychology, DOI: 10.1080/09297049.2021.1902489

AACN 2021 consensus statement on validity assessment: Update of the 2009 AACN consensus conference statement on neuropsychological assessment of effort, response bias, and malingering

Learning Objectives:

  1. Update the 2009 AACN consensus statement that addressed the need to proactively and thoroughly evaluate the validity of neuropsychological testing responses.
  2. Integrate the large and burgeoning scientific literature that provides guidance and supports the need to assess the validity of each test result in all clinical and forensic examinees.

Jerry J. Sweet, Robert L. Heilbronner, Joel E. Morgan, Glenn J. Larrabee, Martin L. Rohling, Kyle B. Boone, Michael W. Kirkwood, Ryan W. Schroeder, Julie A. Suhr & Conference Participants (2021) American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology (AACN) 2021 consensus statement on validity assessment: Update of the 2009 AACN consensus conference statement on neuropsychological assessment of effort, response bias, and malingering, The Clinical Neuropsychologist,35:6, 1053-1106, DOI: 10.1080/13854046.2021.1896036

Supervision in Neuropsychology: Practical, Ethical, and Theoretical Considerations

Learning Objectives:

  1. Discuss theoretical and practical considerations when providing supervision in clinical neuropsychology.
  2. Identify and describe diversity and disability issues in neuropsychology supervision.
  3. List and discuss ethical and legal issues in neuropsychology supervision.
  4. Describe some difficult issues in supervision and strategies for managing them.

Bodin, D., Stucky, K. J., & Bush, S. S. (Eds.). (2022). Supervision in Neuropsychology: Practical, Ethical, and Theoretical Considerations. Oxford University Press.

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Tele-Assessment of Cognitive Functions in Children: A Systematic Review

Learning Objectives:

  1. Describe the cognitive functions that are most frequently measured by cognitive tele-assessment in children, the procedures used, and the characteristics of the samples investigated.
  2. Explain the agreement between cognitive tele-assessment and in-person assessment scores in children.

Costanza Ruffini, Christian Tarchi, Monica Morini, Gabriella Giuliano & Chiara Pecini (2022). Tele-assessment of cognitive functions in children: a systematic review, Child Neuropsychology, 28:6, 709-745, DOI: 10.1080/09297049.2021.2005011

Examining parent and clinician views of a hospital-based pediatric neuropsychological service: A Canadian perspective

Learning Objectives:

  1. Assess parent and clinician perceived outcomes following pediatric neuropsychological assessments.
  2. Examine the impact of social risk factors on parent perception of a pediatric neuropsychological assessment.

Dragana Ostojic-Aitkens, Meghan K. Ford, Todd Cunningham, Anna Gold, Laura A. Janzen, Katia J. Sinopoli, Robyn Westmacott & Tricia S. Williams (2022). Examining parent and clinician views of a hospital-based pediatric neuropsychological service: a Canadian perspective, Child Neuropsychology, 28:1,61-81, DOI: 10.1080/09297049.2021.1945567