More than 7% of adults in the United States report a cognitive challenge. At American Psychiatric Care, based in Bel Air, Silver Spring, and Perry Hall, Maryland, the experienced psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners offer cognitive testing to identify any impairments and provide treatment recommendations. Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment by calling the office or requesting a visit online today.
Cognitive testing at American Psychiatric Care is a simple assessment that evaluates brain function and the ability to perform simple tasks and answer basic questions.
This test can screen for dementia, cognitive impairment, and similar conditions affecting the brain to determine if you or a loved one is a candidate for treatment.
The experts at American Psychiatric Care offer cognitive testing, genetic testing, and mental health screenings based on your specific needs.
Cognitive testing at American Psychiatric Care can assess the following and more:
The American Psychiatric Care team screens for cognitive impairment and other conditions that may impact daily activities.
Your mental health provider might suggest cognitive testing if you or a loved one experience:
You might complete cognitive testing as part of an initial psychiatric evaluation or during a follow-up appointment, depending on your symptoms.
Cognitive testing at American Psychiatric Care consists of a few simple questions or tasks. There are different tests your provider can administer. They may ask you to:
Cognitive testing might last up to 15 minutes.
After completing cognitive testing at American Psychiatric Care, your mental health specialist explains the results and reviews any treatment recommendations.
A psychiatric evaluation can identify things like:
American Psychiatric Care also treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), schizophrenia, and similar concerns.
If your score is lower than average, you might receive a referral to a neurologist or another medical provider for further testing.
If you need help managing a mental health disorder, American Psychiatric Care offers psychotherapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), medication management, and healthy lifestyle education.
Schedule an in-person or telehealth evaluation at American Psychiatric Care by phone or request one online today to learn if cognitive testing is right for you.