Students with learning, psychological, or developmental differences often have the ability to succeed on standardized tests—but the standard testing format may not accurately reflect their true skills. Testing accommodations exist to create a level playing field. As a neuropsychologist, one of my key roles is helping document when accommodations are appropriate and why they are necessary. What Are Testing Accommodations? Testing accommodations are modifications to the standar

Even people who often appear neurotypical can face daily difficulties due to their more subtle autistic traits.

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A couple of times a week, I get an inquiry that poses the question above. Usually it goes something like this – I suspect that I/my child...

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While the COVID-19 pandemic has transformed many clinical services, neuropsychologists have adapted to seeing patients remotely, many...