ASSESSMENT ISSUES
As well as the neuropathology, there are other
factors that will influence neuropsychological func-
tioning and hence the outcome of the assessment,
which need to be considered.
Environmental influences
The social, cultural and ethnic context of devel-
opment of any child referred to psychological
services at any time is important. This is critically
so when planning formal testing. Judging the
appropriateness of undertaking a psychometric
assessment will include whether English is a
second language, whether the child has had
exposure to different social mores, experiences
and educational systems, and general psychosocial
influences on development.
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