cognitive testing

[ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv ˈtɛstɪŋ]
nounpl: cognitive testings
avaliação cognitiva
1. A systematic assessment of mental processes including memory, attention, reasoning, language, and problem-solving abilities
Cognitive testing revealed that the patient had significant memory impairment.
A avaliação cognitiva revelou que o paciente tinha comprometimento significativo da memória.
2. Standardized psychological or neuropsychological tests used to measure intellectual functioning and cognitive abilities
The school recommended cognitive testing for the student to identify learning disabilities.
A escola recomendou avaliação cognitiva para o aluno a fim de identificar deficiências de aprendizagem.
3. Clinical or research procedures designed to assess brain function and cognitive performance across various domains
Cognitive testing is often administered before and after treatment to monitor progress.
A avaliação cognitiva é frequentemente administrada antes e depois do tratamento para monitorar o progresso.
Cognitive testing is widely used in both Brazil and the USA in clinical, educational, and occupational settings. In the United States, cognitive testing is frequently used for diagnosing conditions like ADHD, dementia, and learning disabilities. In Brazil, it is similarly used in healthcare and education but may face varying accessibility depending on the region. Neuropsychological evaluation is a more specialized form commonly administered by trained professionals in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cognitive assessmentneuropsychological testingmental ability testingintelligence testingpsychological testing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
avaliação cognitiva
Most common term used in clinical and educational settings
São Paulo
teste cognitivo
Alternative more direct translation, commonly used in medical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
avaliação neuropsicológica
Often used interchangeably when referring to more comprehensive assessments
Portugal
avaliação cognitiva / teste cognitivo
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese; 'teste neuropsicológico' also common in clinical practice

Related Words

neuropsychologypsychometric assessmentIQ testmemory assessmentattention span evaluationexecutive function testing

Related Idioms & Phrases

pass a cognitive test
undergo cognitive testing
cognitive assessment battery
standardized cognitive measures
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