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Neuropsychological battery choice and theoretical orientation: a multivariate analysis
P Retzlaff1, M Butler, R D Vanderploeg
1University of Northern Colorado.
Journal of Clinical Psychology
|September 1, 1992
Summary
Neuropsychologists commonly group tests into 15 distinct clinical batteries. These groupings align with specific theoretical orientations, aiding in standardized assessment practices.
Area of Science:
- Neuropsychology
- Psychometrics
Background:
- Understanding neuropsychological test selection is crucial for standardized clinical practice.
- Previous research has not comprehensively analyzed common test groupings and their relation to theoretical orientations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify common groupings (clusters) of neuropsychological tests used in clinical batteries.
- To examine the association between these test clusters and the theoretical orientations of neuropsychologists.
Main Methods:
- A large-scale survey of neuropsychological test usage was conducted.
- Cluster analysis was employed to group commonly used tests.
- Theoretical orientation data was integrated into the analysis.
Main Results:
- Fifteen distinct clusters of neuropsychological tests were identified.
- Significant associations were observed between specific test clusters and theoretical orientations.
- These included eclectic, hypothesis testing, process approach, Halstead-Reitan, Luria, and Benton orientations.
Conclusions:
- The study identified 15 common neuropsychological test batteries.
- These batteries show strong correlations with established theoretical orientations in neuropsychology.
- Findings support the alignment of test selection with theoretical frameworks in clinical neuropsychology.