Child Neuropsychological Intervention

The chapter discusses neuropsychological intervention, bringing an original perspective and classification of the theme. Thus, it divides neuropsychological intervention into: (1) rehabilitation, (2) habilitation, and (3) early-preventive intervention, depending on its objective of remediation or promotion and target population (with structural or functional changes or typical development). An intervention process can be planned and implemented after the neuropsychological evaluation, in which cognitive abilities and difficulties are identified. Based on this assessment, individualized goals are set to improve the patient’s functionality and quality of life. The chapter provides approaches and models, as well as strategies and techniques that are used in these interventions. Psychoeducation, cognitive training, compensatory strategies, environmental adaptation, and behavioral techniques are some of the strategies used during the neuropsychological (re)habilitation process. In addition to preventing and stimulating neurocognitive development, the approach seeks to improve the quality of life of individuals.