Will “Forensic Neuropsychologist” be Automated?

Core Skills & Abilities

• Diagnose and treat conditions involving injury to the central nervous system, such as cerebrovascular accidents, neoplasms, infectious or inflammatory diseases, degenerative diseases, head traumas, demyelinating diseases, and various forms of dementing illnesses.

• Diagnose and treat conditions such as chemical dependency, alcohol dependency, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) dementia, and environmental toxin exposure.

• Diagnose and treat pediatric populations for conditions such as learning disabilities with developmental or organic bases.

• Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.

• Conduct research on neuropsychological disorders.

• Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews.

• Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.

• Educate and supervise practicum students, psychology interns, or hospital staff.

• Provide education or counseling to individuals and families.

• Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories.

• Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.

• Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions.

• Establish neurobehavioral baseline measures for monitoring progressive cerebral disease or recovery.

• Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques.