The short answer is ... YES!

Neuropsychological assessments differ from psychoeducational/school evaluations in two distinct ways.

First, in neuropsychological assessments the tests used are often more extensive and assess a wider array of brain functioning than those provided in psychoeducational/school evaluations.

Second and most importantly, the specialized training and extensive knowledge that a neuropsychologist has of brain-behavior relationships and brain development is immeasurable in interpreting your child's test performance which then guides the types of recommendations and services your child would likely benefit from.

Neuropsychological evaluations involves administering tests to assess brain functioning, such as:

Intelligence (IQ)

Problem solving

Executive functions (such as planning and organization)

Attention and concentration

Processing speed

Language

Memory

Academic achievement

Visual and spatial abilities

Motor coordination

Social skills

Emotional Functioning (for example, depression, anxiety, aggression)