When should an adult be evaluated by a neuropsychologist?

Neuropsychological evaluations are frequently recommended when patients experience problems involving concentration, thinking, learning, or memory. Neuropsychological evaluations are highly sensitive to subtle cognitive difficulties. They are very useful in determining which areas of the brain have been affected by an injury, disorder, or disease and how it will impact the patient’s daily life. Neuropsychological evaluations are also powerful tools for appropriate diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring recovery.