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Published on: February 14, 2014
Forensic neuropsychological assessment
Bernice A Marcopulos1,2, Paul Kaufmann3, Anisha C Patel4
1Department of Graduate Psychology, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA.
Abstract:
With its firm establishment as a neuropsychology subspecialty, forensic neuropsychological assessment is integral to many criminal and civil forensic evaluations. In addition to evaluating cognitive deficits, forensic neuropsychologists can provide reliable information regarding symptom magnification, malingering, and other neurocognitive and psychological issues that may impact the outcome of a particular legal case. This article is an overview and introduction to neuropsychological assessment in the forensic mental health context. Major issues impacting the current practice of forensic neuropsychology are summarized, and several examples from case law are highlighted.
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