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Neuropsychologists

Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to evaluate and diagnose disorders of higher cerebral functioning, often in research and medical settings. Study the human brain and the effect of physiological states on human cognition and behavior. May formulate and administer programs of treatment.

Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.

Enterprising

Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.

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Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

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Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

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Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Realistic

Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

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Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists

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Psychologists, All Other

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

Conduct research on neuropsychological disorders.

Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions.

Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.

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.

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

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

Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories.

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

Provide education or counseling to individuals and families.

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

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

Neuropsychologists

Overview

Career

What Neuropsychologists Do

Other Job Titles Neuropsychologists May Have

Tasks & Responsibilities May Include

Neuropsychologists

Overview

Career

What Neuropsychologists Do

Other Job Titles Neuropsychologists May Have

Tasks & Responsibilities May Include

Education

Level of Education Attained by Neuropsychologists

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