This FAQ for high-stakes test accommodations for college and graduate students is provided to help you understand how to qualify for testing accommodations with a neuropsychological evaluation. 1. How do I get accommodations for high-stakes tests like the GRE, LSAT, MCAT, or GMAT? Each testing organization (ETS, LSAC, AAMC, GMAC) requires official disability documentation that […]
Some students need extra help in school. They might have trouble concentrating, reading, or remembering things. An Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan can give them the support they need. By identifying and providing the right accommodations, IEPs and 504 Plans can help students learn, feel less frustrated, and be more confident [1]. […]
Need accommodations on a high-stakes test like the GRE, MCAT, LSAT, AND GMAT? Most testing associations require a neuropsych evaluation to receive accommodations. This is to document your abilities and ensure you receive the proper supports. We provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations with one of the fastest turnaround times on the east coast. You can have […]
If you’ve found yourself needing more time on standardized tests like the SAT, MCAT, LSAT, GRE, USMLE, etc. and need accommodations, you’ve likely discovered that most high-stakes testing organizations require formal documentation of your disability, such as a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation. We provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations with one of the fastest turnaround times on the […]
Nonverbal Learning Disorder Overview Nonverbal learning disability (NLD) refers to a learning disorder that is characterized by deficits in visual-spatial organization and processing that significantly interferes with academic and social functioning (1). A specific neuropsychological profile of strengths and weaknesses typically associated with NLD has been identified. While the presence of certain subgroups within NLD […]
A Quantitative Electroencephalogram, or QEEG, is recommended for those who are planning to do EEG Biofeedback (Neurofeedback). This assessment measures the different brain waves (delta, theta, alpha and beta) at 19 sites and the relationships of all pairs of sites in three parameters — coherence, phase, and asymmetry. A QEEG is also recommended for […]
How is ADD Diagnosed? In the mental health fields of psychiatry and psychology, there are “official” criteria for the diagnosis of ADD. The 18 symptoms are broken into three parts—the Inattentive, Hyperactive and Impulsive symptoms, and these are below, simplified from the official diagnostic manual. The person, child or adult, can exhibit the following problems […]