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An evaluation of the convergent validity of a face-to-face and virtual neuropsychological assessment counter balanced.
Krynicki, Carl R; Hacker, David; Jones, Christopher A.
  • Krynicki CR; School of Psychology, The University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK.
  • Hacker D; Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK.
  • Jones CA; Clinical Neuropsychology Department, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK.
J Neuropsychol ; 2022 Nov 28.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-20238189
ABSTRACT
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for further research evaluating the validity of conducting a battery of neuropsychological assessments virtually compared with face-to-face administration. Previous research has suggested that some neuropsychological assessments yield valid results when administered virtually, however, much of the previous research focused on older adults. To determine the validity of virtually administered neuropsychological tests, 28 healthy participants were assessed using a within-subjects, counter-balanced design. Participants completed a neuropsychological assessment battery covering tests of general intellectual functioning, memory and attention, executive functioning, language and information processing speed, as well as effort. There was no significant difference between face-to-face administration of the neuropsychological battery compared with virtual administration for the majority of the tests used. However, there were significant differences in the Colour Naming Task, with participants making fewer errors on the colour naming task and inhibition/switching task when administered virtually compared with face-to-face administration. There was also a significant age cohort effect in the inhibition/switching task. There was also a trending significant difference in mode of administration for the Verbal Fluency Task. Virtually administered neuropsychological assessments largely provide a valid alternative to face-to-face assessments; however, consideration must be given to test selection as well as the population of participants that are being assessed. Other important considerations must focus on preserving the security and integrity of test materials, as well as administration in a medico-legal setting. Future research should focus on validating assessments with specific patient populations and developing a neuropsychological assessment battery using information technology.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Type of study: Cohort study / Experimental Studies / Observational study / Prognostic study Language: English Journal subject: Neurology / Psychology Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Jnp.12300

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Type of study: Cohort study / Experimental Studies / Observational study / Prognostic study Language: English Journal subject: Neurology / Psychology Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: Jnp.12300