Neurocognitive Disorder
Below is a list of symptoms, challenges, or behaviours commonly associated with this condition.
Recognising these signs? Psychological Assessments Pty Ltd is here to help with understanding and managing these challenges.
Thinking and Memory
Have you noticed a drop in how well you or your loved one can think or remember?
Everyday Tasks
Is doing things you’ve always done, like getting dressed or making meals, becoming harder?
Communication
Are there new challenges with talking or understanding what people say or write? Is following along or joining in on talks with others harder than it used to be?
Less Social
Is there less interest in being with friends or family?
Forgetting Recent Information
Is it hard to recall names, places, or things that happened recently?
Making Decisions
Has making choices or solving problems become more difficult?
Emotions and Behaviour
Are managing feelings or actions more difficult, or have you seen unusual mood changes?
Brain Injury
Have you experienced an injury to the brain like from a car accident, sports-concussion, stroke?
Living Independently
Do you require more support to continue to live independently or is there a risk you might need to find more supportive accommodation options?
Following Instructions
Is paying attention or understanding directions becoming a problem?
Confusion
Do you or your loved one get mixed up about the date, where you are, or who people are?
Expressing Needs
Is it tough to let others know what you want or need?
Sleep Changes
Are there noticeable shifts in how well you or your loved one sleeps?
Repeating Oneself
Is there a tendency to ask the same thing over and over or repeat the same stories?
Family History
Is there a family history of neurodegenerative conditions like dementia? Are you HIV positive and are experiences a decline in your abilities?
What is Neurocognitive Disorder (NCD)?
Neurocognitive disorders involve a noticeable decline in mental functions like attention, memory, language, and decision-making.
This decline can be caused by an injury to the brain (from falls, accidents, or strokes), diseases or infections (like meningitis, HIV, Huntington’s), neurodegenerative (like dementia), or from excessive substance use (like alcohol, drugs, or medications).
TYPES OF NEUROCOGNITIVE DISORDER
DELIRIUM
Sudden confusion, less awareness of surroundings, and difficulty focusing that can last for hours to months.
MAJOR NEUROCOGNITIVE DISORDER (ALSO KNOWN AS DEMENTIA)
A significant drop in thinking and memory that affects daily independence.
MILD NEUROCOGNITIVE DISORDER
A slight drop in mental functions that doesn’t interfere with daily life.
MAJOR AND MILD NEUROCOGNITIVE DISORDERS CAN BE DUE TO:
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How Can We Help?
Our psychological assessments are designed to offer support for individuals with NCD.
Through our thorough evaluation process, we gain insights into an individual’s cognitive functioning, including memory, attention, language, and executive functioning, and how any impairments in these areas impact on daily life.
Our assessments also help in identifying specific cognitive strengths and weaknesses, enabling us to recommend tailored interventions and support strategies to address their unique needs. Additionally, our assessments provide essential information for families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to make informed decisions about treatment and care planning.
Our aim is to facilitate comprehensive support to enhance the quality of life and well-being for individuals with NCD.
