Lifespan neuropsychology means much more than seeing individuals at different ages. It is the ability to understand changes in brain development due to disease, injury, or disorder, how these changes impact function across the lifespan, and the development of skills that tailor neuropsychological services to meet the needs of the individual as their developing brain moves to aging. Particular emphasis will be placed on transition from pediatric to adult healthcare and the need for new skill sets to facilitate this transition for individuals with congenital disorders, including congential heart defects, pediatric brain tumors and subsequent treatment effects, and neural tube defects. Case examples will be presented to facilitate discussion.
Learning Objectives:
After the session, participants will be able to:
Describe what lifespan neuropsychology means in practice.
Explain the role of brain development in lifespan neuropsychology.
Apply new knowledge in caring for patients with congenital CNS disorders throughout the lifespan.
Discuss the neuropsychological nuances of congenital disorders in adult patients.
