Dr. Christopher Nicholls: Why neuropsychology needs a technological revolution

How can we improve the assessment of ADHD beyond traditional behavior-based tools? What role can immersive technologies play in providing a more objective, accurate, and ecologically valid evaluation? And how can we detect real attention problems—rather than environmental or emotional distractions—more precisely? In the webinar “Neurodevelopmental disorders and Modern Assessment Paradigms” clinical psychologist Dr. Christopher […]

Virtual Reality in Neuropsychological Assessment: A Conversation with Dr. Nicholls

How can virtual reality transform the way we diagnose ADHD and other neurodevelopmental conditions? What are the ethical challenges and opportunities that new technologies like VR and AI bring into the clinical practice of neuropsychology? Dr. Nichols, a seasoned clinical neuropsychologist, has spent decades witnessing the evolution of assessment methods—from long and rigid batteries of […]

Neuropsychological Assessment with Virtual Reality: Ecological Validity, Less Evaluator Bias

Lee este artículo en español In the field of neuropsychological assessment, objectivity is key to obtaining accurate diagnoses and designing effective interventions. However, until now, most methodologies have relied on questionnaires and guided exercises, which means that assessments have been influenced by the professional conducting the assessment. This is known as “evaluator bias”, and mental […]

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