What are neuropsychological assessments?
Neuropsychological assessments are detailed evaluations tailored to explore how different areas of your brain function. These assessments are crucial for understanding how different brain and psychological conditions affect thinking and behaviour, offering vital information that helps shape treatment and management plans.
Why undergo a neuropsychological assessment?
You might consider an assessment if you or a loved one:
- Experiences memory lapses, concentration issues, or changes in problem-solving abilities.
- Faces daily challenges related to neurological conditions.
- Needs a thorough evaluation of cognitive abilities and challenges to support academic or workplace adjustments.
What conditions do these assessments help diagnose?
Dr Kilian’s assessments focus on a broad spectrum of conditions affecting cognitive health, including but not limited to:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Alzheimer’s Disease
- Frontotemporal Dementia
- Vascular Dementia (Stroke-related)
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Epilepsy
- Neurodevelopmental disorders (such as intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum disorders, and communication disorders)
How does the assessment process work?
The process is structured to ensure thoroughness and accuracy. Here is how an assessment works:
- Initial Consultation: Discuss your medical history and the specific reasons for the assessment.
- Testing Session: Participate in activities that assess different cognitive skills, including memory, attention, problem-solving, and understanding others’ thoughts and emotions.
- Analysis: Dr Kilian meticulously analyses the results to identify patterns indicating specific cognitive issues.
- Feedback Session: You will receive a detailed explanation of the results and discuss potential next steps or treatments.
How can I benefit from these assessments?
Neuropsychological assessments with Dr Sanja Kilian provide several transformative benefits. Firstly, they offer a clear diagnosis and help accurately identify many cognitive issues, which is crucial for treatment planning.
Additionally, based on your unique cognitive profile, Dr Kilian delivers personalised recommendations to manage your specific condition. These assessments also establish a cognitive baseline (your brain function in a healthy state), which is essential for tracking disease progression or recovery. They ensure that any shifts in cognitive function are meticulously monitored and addressed.
What makes Dr Kilian’s approach unique?
Dr Kilian’s approach to neuropsychological assessments is shaped by her extensive experience and deep expertise in psychology and neuropsychology. She ensures that each assessment is of the highest quality. Each session is carefully customised to meet the individual needs of her clients, reflecting a commitment to personalised care.
Moreover, all assessments are conducted in the supportive environment of Dr Kilian’s well-appointed rooms in Sea Point, designed to maximise comfort and minimise stress during the evaluation process.
Are you ready to take the next step in understanding your cognitive functioning?
If understanding the complexities of your or your loved one’s cognitive functioning seems daunting, let Dr Sanja Kilian guide you with precision and empathy. Schedule your comprehensive neuropsychological assessment at her Sea Point clinic today.
Contact Dr Sanja Kilian now to start your journey toward better cognitive health and daily functioning.