Anxiety / Depression

About 28% of students experience symptoms of depression, while the base rate of anxiety is around 36%. Depression and anxiety can have a significant impact on mood, as well as cognitive functions like focusing, getting started on tasks, memory skills, and planning/organizational skills. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate support and treatment recommendations help promote success and quality of life.

UNDERSTANDING

Benefits of Neuropsychological Testing:

A thorough evaluation can assist with accurate diagnosis, and determine any impact on thinking skills, school, and social relationships
Having an objective measure of mood or anxiety can be useful in measuring response to treatment
A neuropsychological evaluation will help identify evidence-based treatment options, which may include referrals for medication management with a psychiatrist and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with a mental health provider in your community