Thread: What the heck is a neuropsychologist?
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Old 03-09-2013, 11:47 AM
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Hi!

My question, what does an neuro psychologist do? I mean, I am already seeing an psychologist.
A NP can evaluate where your deficits are and recommend specific therapies based on where you were having the most difficulty, usually through a neuropsychological assessment.

http://www.apa.org/ed/graduate/specialize/neuro.aspx


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