This chapter reviews factors that are rarely considered as the focus of empirical research, yet they likely impact the outcome of neuropsychological assessments and are often recognized as relevant clinical variables by practitioners. Carefully considering their impact on the results of the assessment can enhance the overall case conceptualization and the validity of the clinical interpretations. In addition to a review of relevant literature, the chapter includes case studies and new data to illustrate key concepts. Complicating factors are grouped into three categories: (1) Examinee-related variables, (2) Contextual variables, and (3) Assessment artifacts. Tentative solutions to managing these confounding variables are discussed.

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Complications in Neuropsychological Assessment

  • Shayna Nussbaum,
  • Jenna R. Parsons,
  • Iulia Crisan,
  • Laszlo Erdodi

摘要

This chapter reviews factors that are rarely considered as the focus of empirical research, yet they likely impact the outcome of neuropsychological assessments and are often recognized as relevant clinical variables by practitioners. Carefully considering their impact on the results of the assessment can enhance the overall case conceptualization and the validity of the clinical interpretations. In addition to a review of relevant literature, the chapter includes case studies and new data to illustrate key concepts. Complicating factors are grouped into three categories: (1) Examinee-related variables, (2) Contextual variables, and (3) Assessment artifacts. Tentative solutions to managing these confounding variables are discussed.