Ask Your VA Claims Questions | Read Current Posts
Read VA Disability Claims Articles
Search | View All Forums | Donate | Blogs | New Users | Rules
- 0
ptsd Got back my NEUROPSYCHOLOGY REPORT.... what does it mean?
Rate this question
-
Similar Content
-
- 0 comments
- 663 views
-
- 0 replies
- 239 views
-
- 3 answers
- 235 views
-
- 0 comments
- 865 views
-
- 0 replies
- 273 views
-
Question
ozboi
Short history on me.... 50% SC PTSD, 10% Tinutis.... 3x OIF Veteran, IED blast exposure on 3rd tour......
I took an a test that lasted about all damn day last month..... finally checked myhealthevet and got the results back from the Blue Button from the VA PHD NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST.... can someone please tell me what all this crap means? It sounds BAD to me!!!!!
VALIDITY:
Test results were below cutoff scores on measures of effort and motivation. He
had 1 score less than 5% for validity battery, and the TBI group had 9% with
this pattern. An additional measure of validity was below 15% cut off again
consistent with 9% of the TBI group. Embedded scores of validity on 2 cognitive
functioning tests indicated likely invalid scores. The pattern of scores on
memory and attention tests were not associated with mild TBI or PTSD.
Therefore, the scores from the battery of tests was considered to have below
standard validity and reliability, and they will not be reported.
EMOTIONAL FUNCTIONING:
Patient was administered two tests of psychological functioning with results of
clinical symptoms of depression and anxiety. These can be followed up by his
menta
l health providers.
FUNCTIONAL MEASURES:
Regarding behaviors associated with executive functioning, the patient reported
problems with organization and problem-solving and self-regulation of emotions.
Time management, self-restraint, and motivation scales were within the normal
range. Regarding functional skills, the patient reported impairment within the
clinical range regarding functioning at home with family, work, interactions
with strangers and friends, driving, daily responsibilities, and health
maintenance. He reported normal functioning with regard to completing chores at
home, his marital relationship, money management, sexual relations, self-care
routines, and childrearing.
DIAGNOSTIC IMPRESSIONS:
No diagnosis: results inconclusive
PTSD symptoms by history and reported psychological distress
SUMMARY & CONCLUSIONS:
Performance was notable for evidence of psychological distress in context of
complaints of severe cognitive problems and psychological problems, and
inconsistent report of daily living functional skills.
Given medical record and current complaints, it is likely the patient continues
to experience symptoms of depression and anxiety that may interfere with
cognitive functioning, especially attention and concentration processes which
then reduce functional memory skills. Self-report of depression and anxiety
symptoms were associated with clinical mood disorders. Due to the below
standard validity of test performances and the concern about inconsistencies in
observed and reported functioning on the mental status exam versus the patient's
complaints, no diagnosis can be confirmed in these results.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. Continue mental health treatment with regular follow-up concerning
multiple reported symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD and behavior
evidencing poor coping skills. It is recommended the patient enroll in the
evidence based treatment program for PTSD.
2. Medication management should consider limited response to current
regimen for all symptoms including PTSD, depression, and headache pain.
3. Sleep disorder exam to determine if additional treatment is needed for
insomnia and reported restless sleep with nightmares.
4. TBI team follow-up to monitor treatment progress and coordinate care.
5. Speech therapy treatment to address the patient's cognitive complaints
directly and provide techniques to improve his attention and short-term memory
functioning.
What is the NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST saying here?
Is the PHD NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST trying to blaime all on my PTSD???!!!!!
US Army
3 OIF tours
100% P&T
Link to comment
Share on other sites
Top Posters For This Question
7
6
4
2
Popular Days
Jul 6
4
Jul 9
4
Jul 7
3
Jul 8
2
Top Posters For This Question
Andyman73 7 posts
armorer 6 posts
ozboi 4 posts
Berta 2 posts
Popular Days
Jul 6 2016
4 posts
Jul 9 2016
4 posts
Jul 7 2016
3 posts
Jul 8 2016
2 posts
Popular Posts
Berta
There is some stuff here you might sure want to read: http://www.disabledveterans.org/2014/05/16/va-screwing-tbi-vets-quick-facts-tbi-evaluation/ http://www.disabledveterans.org/2
Berta
I am confused...how did you get a TBI C & P if you have not formally claimed it yet? Maybe this was some sort of pre screening??? The residuals of TBI are rating as found in this recent
ozboi
Short history on me.... 50% SC PTSD, 10% Tinutis.... 3x OIF Veteran, IED blast exposure on 3rd tour...... I took an a test that lasted about all damn day last month..... finally checked my
20 answers to this question
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now