Neuropsychological Assessment in The Forensic Context: A Scoping Review
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چکیده
The introduction of neuropsychologists in legal practice allowed for the field forensic neuropsychology to arise. However, it is still a recent knowledge that continuous development. existing literature highlights incipience studies this area and need adaptation instruments methods. Thus, scoping review aims analyze how neuropsychological assessment has been employed so far context. In order do this, search follow-up were conducted databases PsycInfo, Scopus Web Science. query used both searches was "(neuropsychological OR test)" AND "forensic" "forensic neuropsychology". Initially, 1001 papers identified, after two-stage screening process, 83 articles included analysis. Regarding assessment, most investigated constructs cognitive levels, memory symptom validity. heterogeneity we found evidenced great variability practice. Among assessed populations individuals with psychiatric, psychological or neurological diagnoses male adult detainees general. With review, expect provide an overview on current state neuropsychology, as well information may serve starting point new research further developments field.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Brazilian Journal of Forensic Sciences, Medical Law and Bioethics
سال: 2022
ISSN: ['2237-261X']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.17063/bjfs12(1)y202253-74