Dr. Ralph Kiernan's Blog
Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 1
The first in a series of short videos by Dr. Ralph Kiernan on the best practices for Cognitive Assessment.
Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 2
The Clinical Process Approach
In this second video in the series the concept of the clinical process approach is introduced.
Introduction to Cognitive Assessment Part 3
The Psychometrician and the Clinician
In Part 3 of the series the important differences between psychometric and clinical approaches to neuropsychological assessment are presented.
Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 4
Objectivity and its Limitations
In Part 4 of this series on Cognitive Assessment Dr. Kiernan discusses his evolution as a neuropsychologist and the need for greater clinical involvement with patients.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 5
The New Scientific Objectivity
The fifth video in this series by Dr. Ralph Kiernan on best practices for Cognitive Assessment. In this segment the role of objectivity during Cognitive Assessment is discussed.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 6
Context
In Part 6 of this series on Cognitive Assessment the importance of understanding the context of the neuropsychological exam is discussed.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 7, External Realities
In Part 7 of this series, Dr. Kiernan emphasizes the importance of understanding the broader context of a patient's life experience.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment Part 8, The Working Relationship
In Part 8 of this introduction to cognitive assessment Dr. Kiernan discusses the importance of the clinical relationship with the patient.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 9, Continuing the Working Relationship
Part 9 of this continuing series emphasizes the importance of the working relationship between the neuropsychologist and the patient.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment Part 10, Clinical Engagement
In Part 10 of this series on Cognitive Assessment Dr. Kiernan discusses the important aspect of Clinical Engagement.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment Part 11, Face Validity
In Part 11 of this series by Dr. Ralph Kiernan the importance of Face Validity during the cognitive assessment process is described.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment Part 12, Deficit Tests
In Part 12 of this series on Cognitive Assessment the design and role of Deficit Tests is discussed.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 13, False Validity
The important concept of False Validity is presented in Part 13 of this introductory series of talks Dr. Ralph Kiernan on cognitive assessment.
Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 14, Clinical Utility
Dr. Kiernan discusses the importance of Clinical Utility in Part 14 of this series introducing the concept of cognitive assessment in neuropsychology.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment Part 15, Reliability
In Part 15, Dr. Kiernan reviews the critical issue of test reliability in choosing a test and conducting cognitive assessments.
An Introduction to Cogntive Assessment Part 16, Cognitive Tests
In Part 16 of this continuing series, Dr. Kiernan, explores the nature and role of cognitive tests in neuropsychology.
An Introduction to Cognitive Assessment Part 17, WAIS III vs WAIS IV
Dr. Kiernan compares the WAIS III vs. the WAIS IV tests for neurocognitive assessment.
Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 18, Selective Reminding
Dr. Kiernan introduces the concept of Selective Reminding, an important tool used when testing working memory.
Introduction to Cognitive Assessment, Part 19, Luria's Test
Dr. Kiernan discusses the key role played in the development of modern neuropsychology by Alexander Luria.