Executive Function

Pearson offers assessments to evaluate higher level cognitive functions in both children and adults. Evaluate multi-tasking, cognition, and difficulties frequently associated with ADD and ADHD, as well as less apparent impairments related to executive functioning.

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Attention Process Training II (APT-II)

For persons with mild cognitive dysfunction

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Auditory Continuous Performance Test (ACPT)

Determine if an attention problem is one of the underlying factors contributing to a child's learning problems. Pass/Fail criterion scores indicate whether a child's performance matches that of children with normal attention skills or children identified as having ADHD. The child listens to single words presented on the tape and raises a thumb when the target word is heard. Written by the author of SCAN-3: Tests for Auditory Processing Disorders.

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Behavioural Assessment of the Dysexecutive Syndrome (BADS)

Predict everyday problems associated with the Dysexcutive Syndrome

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Behavioural Assessment of the Dysexecutive Syndrome in Children(BADS–C)

Assist in early identification of deficits in executive functioning in children

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Benton Visual Retention Test,® Fifth Edition

More than 50 years of proven clinical utility is the hallmark of Benton Visual Retention Test®. This test has proven its sensitivity to reading disabilities, nonverbal learning disabilities, traumatic brain injury, Attention-Deficit Disorder, Alzheimer's, and other forms of dementia. Besides easy administration, the Benton Visual Retention Test also features updated normative data, expanded scoring examples, and a detailed review of research conducted with the test. Easy AdministrationEach of the 3 test forms consists of 10 designs presented one-by-one. The examinee reproduces the drawings in the Response Booklet-Record Form. The 3 alternate, equivalent forms of the Benton Visual Retention Test allow for retesting while minimizing practice effects.

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Brown Attention-Deficit Disorder Scales® (BrownADDScales)

Obtain a consistent measure of ADD across the life span with the Brown Attention-Deficit Disorder Scales® for Children and Adolescents and the Brown Attention-Deficit Disorder Scales for Adolescents and Adults. Based on Thomas Brown's cutting-edge model of cognitive impairment in ADD, the Brown ADD Scales explore the executive cognitive functioning aspects of cognition associated with AD/HD (ADD). Extended Age RangeWith the new Brown ADD Scales for Children that include a primary/preschool scale (ages 3–7) and a school-age scale (ages 8–12), in addition to the adolescent and adult scales already available, the Brown ADD Scales allow you to comprehensively assess ADD in individuals of all ages.

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Contextual Memory Test

Assess memory capacity, strategy of use, and recall in your adult clients with memory dysfunction. Use with a variety of diagnoses, including — Head trauma, Cerebral vascular disorders, Multiple sclerosis, Depression, Schizophrenia, Chronic alcohol abuse. Based on sound current theory, this standardized assessment is easy to use. You'll have extensive reliability data, scoring, and interpretation material. A-level product; see Ordering Information.

Delis–Kaplan Executive Function System™ (D–KEFS™)

With nine new stand-alone tests, comprehensively assess the key components of executive functions believed to be mediated primarily by the frontal lobe.

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Hayling and Brixton Tests, The

Measure the executive functioning of individuals with special frontal lobe damage.

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Independent Living Scales® (ILS ®)

Now you can have a reliable and valid standardized approach for identifying areas of competence in forensic cases and for determining the most appropriate living setting for adults who are experiencing a decline in cognitive functioning. The Independent Living Scales™ (ILS™) is an individually administered assessment of the degree to which adults are capable of caring for themselves and their property. The ILS is composed of five scales: Memory/Orientation, Managing Money, Managing Home and Transportation, Health and Safety, and Social Adjustment. The performance-based results from the 68 ILS items are more objective and reliable than third-party observations or examinees' self-reports.

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NEPSY® - Second Edition (NEPSY® - II)

The only customizable measure of neurocognitive processes

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Neuropsi—Attention and Memory

Evaluate attention, memory, and learning functioning in Spanish speakers

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Severe Impairment Battery (SIB)

The Severe Impairment Battery (SIB) was developed for individuals who are too impaired to complete standard neuro-psychological tests.

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Test of Everyday Attention for Children, The (TEA–Ch)

Assess the different attentional capacities in children and adolescents

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Test of Everyday Attention, The (TEA)

Measure selective attention, sustained attention and attentional switching

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Vigil Continuous Performance Test (Vigil)

Administer the Vigil Continuous Performance Test (Vigil), suitable for children and adults ages 6 through 90. This test is an ideal tool for exploring attention, concentration, vigilance (sustained attention), and complex sequential stimulus tracking. Vigil Continuous Performance Test is computer administered and scored, with each test consisting of several modules, including the on-screen presentation of verbal and nonverbal targets. Each test takes approximately eight minutes to administer, and the built-in database manager allows examination of previous test results or presentation of a test with previously defined display characteristics.

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