Assessment for Cognitive Processes
The term 'Cognition' refers to higher order mental functions like intelligence, memory, learning, perception etc. There are various standardized psychological tools to assess one’s cognitive capacities & processes. These tests assess the level of cognitive functioning & the extent of cognitive impairment. We offer a wide range of assessments:
- Intelligence Testing
- Developmental Delay or Disorders
- Learning Disabilities
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Attention Deficit-Hyper Activity Disorder
Neuropsychological Assessments
Brain injury caused by some trauma or a degenerative disease such as Dementia, Chronic Psychosis etc. may lead to neuropsychological damage & cause a barrier in functioning. Neuropsychological assessments are usually conducted to determine the presence of a brain lesion, it's localization, extent of resulting damage & dysfunction. Findings of Neuropsychological assessments are essential for reaching the best suited management plan.
Personality Assessments
Personality is a unique combination of various physical & psychosocial traits of a person. Personality assessments are conducted to gain in-depth understanding an individuals’ traits, characteristics, temperament, habits etc. These tests are often used for a variety of purposes:
- To understand the personality makeup
- Exploring career options
- Family, Couples, Relationships, Premarital & Marriage Counselling
Psycho-Diagnostic Assessments
Psycho-Diagnostic assessments are carried out to gain a clear understanding of clients with unclear or ambiguous symptom profile. This may include screening for various mental disorders such as Depression, OCD, Anxiety disorders, Personality disorders, Psychotic disorders etc. The process involves detailed clinical interview & standardized psychological tools. Psychotherapeutic and counselling services are often streamlined, following a Psycho-diagnostic assessment.