Navigating Neuropsychology

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1. 53| Internship Preparedness, Applications, and Interviews – A Conversation With Dr. Suzanne Penna

   15 Aug 2020 · 1 h 20 min

   Our rock-star co-production coordinator, Leslie Gaynor (a graduate student at the University of Florida and intern at Emory University), talks with Suzanne Penna, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, about internship preparedness,…

2. 51| Cognitive and Emotional Sequelae of Cannabis Use – A Conversation With Dr. Igor Grant

   1 Aug 2020 · 1 h 09 min

   The legalization of recreational and medical marijuana in several states has brought about more urgent questions about the potential cognitive and neuropsychiatric effects of cannabis use, particularly related to…

3. 50| Non-CNS Cancer and Cognition - A Conversation With Dr. Mike Parsons

   15 Jul 2020 · 1 h 19 min

   The cognitive consequences of non-central nervous system (non-CNS) cancer and cancer-related treatments did not become the subject of scientific investigation until recently and is still a growing area of research.…

4. 49| Therapeutic Hypothermia for Pediatric Cardiac Arrest – A Conversation With Dr. Beth Slomine

   1 Jul 2020 · 1 h 02 min

   There is a need for neuropsychologists in an inpatient rehab setting and throughout follow-up care for children who are resuscitated after experiencing a cardiac arrest. Today, we talk with Beth Slomine, Ph.D.,…

5. 48| Neuropsychology of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) – A Conversation With Dr. April Thames

   15 Jun 2020 · 1 h 03 min

   The U.S. has the largest annual incidence of new human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) diagnoses among high-income nations. This is relevant for neuropsychologists because individuals with HIV develop a spectrum of…

6. 47| Uniform Test Score Labeling – A Conversation With Dr. Tom Guilmette

   1 Jun 2020 · 1 h 04 min

   Previously, test score labeling has varied across practitioners, leading to discrepancies in the interpretation and communication of neuropsychological assessment results. The American Academy of Clinical…

7. 46| Neuropsych Bite: Safely Resuming In-Person Neuropsychological Testing – A Conversation With Dr. Laura Lacritz

   27 May 2020 · 30 min

   As states and counties begin lifting stay-at-home orders, many neuropsychologists are considering resuming their in-person clinical services. However, there is no clear roadmap to guide reopening and ensure patient and…

8. 45| Neuropsychology on the Go: Ecological Momentary Assessment and Mobile Cognitive Testing – A Conversation With Dr. Raeanne Moore

   15 May 2020 · 1 h 15 min

   Technology is changing at an ever-increasing rate, warranting the need to stay updated with current advancements. Today we talk with Raeanne Moore, Ph.D., about using ecological momentary assessment (EMA), mobile…

9. 44| Neuropsych Bite: Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) – A Conversation With Dr. Joel Kamper

   1 May 2020 · 20 min

   In our second Neuropsych Bite, we talked with Joel Kamper, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, about Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD), a rare condition that leads to rapid decline in cognitive, motor, sensory, and behavioral functioning.…

10. 43| Neuropsych Bite: State-Level Advocacy for (Tele)neuropsychology - A Conversation With Dr. Maggie Lanca

    15 Apr 2020 · 35 min

    In our first Neuropsych Bite, we talked with Dr. Maggie Lanca about advocacy for neuropsychology at both the state and federal level. She also discusses her recent advocacy efforts for teleneuropsychology in response…

11. 42| Licensure in Psychology: Purpose and Process – A Conversation With Dr. Joel Kamper

    1 Apr 2020 · 1 h 09 min

    We talked with Joel Kamper, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, regarding licensure requirements to practice as a clinical psychologist, and how these requirements vary across states and provinces. In addition to providing an overview of…

12. 41| Teleneuropsychology – A Conversation With Dr. Munro Cullum

    25 Mar 2020 · 1 h 53 min

    The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting every corner of our world, and neuropsychology is certainly not immune from its effects. In particular, many neuropsychological clinics have temporarily shut down operations in…

13. 40| The Effect of Opioid Use and Treatment on Cognition – A Conversation With Dr. Monica Rivera Mindt

    15 Mar 2020 · 1 h 00 min

    We brought Monica Rivera Mindt, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, back on the podcast to discuss the cognitive effects of opioid use (both licit and illicit). We discuss the history of the opioid epidemic in the U.S., the neurobiology…

14. 39| Behavioral Interventions for Mild Cognitive Impairment – A Conversation With Dr. Glenn Smith

    1 Mar 2020 · 1 h 11 min

    Although clinical neuropsychological research tends to focus on assessment and differential diagnosis, a growing contingent of neuropsychologists are attempting to apply their knowledge of neurobiology and cognitive…

15. 38| NAN Foundation Brain Health Mini-Series – Nutrition

    15 Feb 2020 · 18 min

    Today we are bringing you a podcast episode on the health benefits of nutrition, which we created for the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN) Foundation as part of a larger brain health mini-series. Unlike…

16. 37| Neuropsychology 3.0: Phenomics and Cognitive Ontologies - A Conversation With Dr. Bob Bilder

    1 Feb 2020 · 43 min

    Dr. Bilder returns to discuss another passion area of his, which is the study of phenomics and cognitive ontologies. He discusses how these areas of study are integral to "Neuropsychology 3.0" and are key to our…

17. 36| NAN Foundation Brain Health Mini-Series – Physical Activity

    15 Jan 2020 · 17 min

    Today we bring you a podcast episode on the health benefits of physical activity, which we created for the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN) Foundation as part of a larger brain health mini-series. Unlike…

18. 35| Neuropsychology 3.0: Commentary on the Future of Neuropsychology

    1 Jan 2020 · 50 min

    We kick off the new year (and decade) by providing commentary on our episode with Robert Bilder, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, and talk more about the future of neuropsychology. Specifically, we discuss Dr. Bilder's concept of…

19. 34| NAN Foundation Brain Health Mini-Series - Sleep

    15 Dec 2019 · 25 min

    Today we are bringing you a podcast episode on the health benefits of sleep, which we created for the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN) Foundation as part of a larger brain health mini-series. Unlike typical…

20. 33| Neuropsychology 3.0 – A Conversation With Dr. Bob Bilder

    1 Dec 2019 · 1 h 06 min

    Research has repeatedly demonstrated the benefits of neuropsychological evaluations to patients and their families. However, there is great potential for advancement and improvement in the field. For example, there is…

21. 32| Biomarkers of Accelerated Aging in Severe Mental Illness – A Conversation With Dr. Lisa Eyler (Part 2)

    15 Nov 2019 · 47 min

    Today we bring you the second part of our conversation with Lisa Eyler, Ph.D., on age-related changes in the functional connectivity of individuals with severe mental illness (SMI). Dr. Eyler also summarizes the…

22. 31| Biomarkers of Accelerated Aging in Severe Mental Illness – A Conversation With Dr. Lisa Eyler (Part 1)

    1 Nov 2019 · 1 h 00 min

    Severe mental illness (SMI) refers to mental disorders that result in significant functional impairment (e.g., schizophrenia and bipolar disorder). In this episode, we bring you Part 1 of our conversation with Lisa…

23. 30| The NIH Toolbox – A Conversation With Dr. Julie Hook

    15 Oct 2019 · 1 h 15 min

    There is a benefit to developing computerized test batteries that can be used across large, longitudinal epidemiologic studies and prevention/intervention trials to facilitate comparison and harmonization across…

24. 29| The Art and Science of Delivering Feedback – A Conversation With Dr. Karen Postal (Part 2)

    1 Oct 2019 · 1 h 17 min

    Karen Postal, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, talked to us about neuropsychological feedback in episode 17 (www.NavNeuro.com/17). Today, she graciously returns to continue the discussion of how to best deliver feedback and talk about…

25. 28| Board Certification Through ABPP/ABCN – A Conversation With Dr. Kira Armstrong

    15 Sep 2019 · 1 h 23 min

    Although board certification is not currently required in the field of neuropsychology, the number of board-certified neuropsychologists is rapidly increasing, suggesting that this may become the standard in the near…

26. 27| Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury – A Conversation With Dr. Keith Yeates

    1 Sep 2019 · 1 h 21 min

    We discussed INS leadership and research productivity with Keith Yeates, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, in episode 16. As the most published investigator of pediatric traumatic brain injury (TBI) in the world over the last 10 years,…

27. 26| Neuropsych Essentials: Commentary on Clinical Report Writing

    15 Aug 2019 · 57 min

    Last episode we spoke to Jacobus Donders, Ph.D., ABPP (CN, RP) about neuropsychological report writing (visit www.NavNeuro.com/25). Today we provide commentary on that episode. Specifically, we discuss the Postal et…

28. 25| Neuropsych Essentials: Enhancing the Quality and Efficiency of Our Clinical Reports – A Conversation With Dr. Jacobus Donders

    1 Aug 2019 · 1 h 23 min

    Writing effective reports allows neuropsychologists to share important insights and recommendations gleaned from a neuropsychological evaluation. Although the format and length of reports may differ depending on the…

29. 24| Professional Development: Leadership, Training, and Supervision – A Conversation With Dr. Neil Pliskin

    15 Jul 2019 · 51 min

    We discussed the cognitive and emotional effects of electrical injury with Neil Pliskin, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, in Episode 9. As the former President of the Society of Clinical Psychology (SCN), a Program Director, and a…

30. 23| Pediatric Epilepsy – A Conversation With Dr. Nancy Nussbaum (Part 2)

    1 Jul 2019 · 49 min

    Today we bring you the conclusion of our conversation with epilepsy expert Nancy Nussbaum, Ph.D., ABPP-CN (listen to Part 1 here: www.NavNeuro.com/22). We cover a range of topics including the role of a clinical…

31. 22| Pediatric Epilepsy – A Conversation With Dr. Nancy Nussbaum (Part 1)

    15 Jun 2019 · 53 min

    Epilepsy is a broad term used to describe various neurologic conditions that cause seizures. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. had approximately 3 million adults and 470,000…

32. 21| Cultural Neuropsychology: Embracing the Mosaic – A Conversation With Dr. Monica Rivera Mindt

    1 Jun 2019 · 1 h 15 min

    Clinical neuropsychologists are currently using instruments that are derived predominantly from monolingual, monocultural, and homogenous populations. According to U.S. Census projections, the U.S. is expected to…

33. 20| The Interplay Between Cerebrovascular Disease and Alzheimer's Disease – A Conversation With Dr. Adam Brickman

    15 May 2019 · 53 min

    Adam Brickman, Ph.D., returns to discuss the involvement of white matter disease in Alzheimer's disease progression and clinical presentation. Dr. Brickman discusses his research on the presence of biomarkers of…

34. 19| Redefining Alzheimer's Disease: Does Cognition Matter? – A Conversation With Dr. Adam Brickman

    1 May 2019 · 1 h 08 min

    Despite global efforts to understand and ultimately assess, diagnose, and treat Alzheimer's disease (AD) more effectively, a consensus definition of AD still does not exist. In 2018, the National Institute of Aging –…

35. 18| Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder – A Conversation With Dr. Jeffrey Wozniak

    15 Apr 2019 · 1 h 13 min

    Today we give an overview of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), which includes a collection of disorders that occur when a fetus is exposed to alcohol. We discuss this topic with Dr. Jeffrey Wozniak, a…

36. 17| The Art and Science of Delivering Feedback – A Conversation With Dr. Karen Postal

    1 Apr 2019 · 1 h 10 min

    Effective communication of neuropsychological test results and recommendations is a nuanced practice that is considered both a science and an art. Today we bring you our conversation with Karen Postal, Ph.D., ABPP-CN,…

37. 16| Professional Development: INS Leadership and Research Productivity – A Conversation With Dr. Keith Yeates

    15 Mar 2019 · 1 h 10 min

    Today we discuss a wide variety of topics related to leadership, professional development, and research productivity with Keith Yeates, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, the sitting International Neuropsychological Society (INS)…

38. 15| Interventional Neuropsychology: Compensatory Cognitive Training – A Conversation With Dr. Beth Twamley

    1 Mar 2019 · 1 h 14 min

    Compensatory Cognitive Training (CCT) is a growing area of research and clinical practice for neuropsychologists in academic and rehabilitation settings. CCT leverages intact brain networks in order to teach skills…

39. 14| Neuropsychology for Non-Neuropsychologists (Part 2)

    15 Feb 2019 · 1 h 15 min

    We provided an overview of the field of neuropsychology in Episode 2, but we wanted to run it by someone outside the field to see if anything was unclear or if other questions came up. This episode is a Q & A with…

40. 13| Disclosing Alzheimer's Disease Genetic Risk – A Conversation With Dr. Meghan Collier

    1 Feb 2019 · 1 h 36 min

    Clinical trials in Alzheimer's disease frequently include the measurement of risk genes (i.e., the APOE e4 allele), and advancements in direct-to-consumer genetic testing (e.g., 23andMe) have made these biological data…

41. 12| Inside NavNeuro: University of Florida ANST Q & A

    15 Jan 2019 · 51 min

    We have a different kind of episode for you today. We were recently asked to speak about NavNeuro at an ANST brown bag lunch at the University of Florida. This episode is the audio from our Q & A with students who are…

42. 11| The Human Microbiome and Mental Illness: The Gut-Brain Axis – A Conversation With Dr. Tanya Nguyen

    1 Jan 2019 · 1 h 14 min

    In our bodies, microbial genes outnumber human genes by about 100 to 1. The human microbiome (the bacteria, fungi, and viruses that live in us) has been linked to gastrointestinal diseases, immune functioning, type 2…

43. 10| Caregiver Burden: Prevalence, Assessment, and Treatment – A Conversation With Dr. Geoff Tremont

    15 Dec 2018 · 1 h 21 min

    A tremendous amount of stress and anxiety is experienced by caregivers of older adults with dementia. Caregivers often endure both psychological and medical illnesses and there are significant barriers (e.g., caregiver…

44. 09| Electrical Injuries: Cognitive and Emotional Sequelae – A Conversation With Dr. Neil Pliskin

    1 Dec 2018 · 1 h 04 min

    Electrical injuries often result in diffuse cognitive symptoms and mood changes. In this episode, we discuss the ins and outs of this unique injury with Dr. Neil Pliskin (former president of APA Div. 40), who has done…

45. 08| Nailed it! Advice for Internship and Postdoc Interviews

    15 Nov 2018 · 1 h 05 min

    John and Ryan recently went through the process of interviewing for pre-doctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship, and they have lots of ideas and advice to share about their experiences. This episode is…

46. 07| Driving Assessment and Management in Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment – A Conversation With Dr. Jenn Davis

    1 Nov 2018 · 1 h 25 min

    Older adults are at greater risk for unsafe driving, due in large part to the increased risk for pathological cognitive decline. Neuropsychologists frequently address driving safety in their clinical evaluations. In…

47. 06| Pediatric Cancer: The Role of a Neuropsychologist – A Conversation With Dr. Christine Trask (Part 2)

    15 Oct 2018 · 53 min

    In Part 2, we continue our discussion about childhood cancer with Dr. Christine Trask. We talk about the ins and outs of testing, the impact of neuroplasticity, academic effects of symptoms and treatment, neuropsych…

48. 05| Pediatric Cancer: The Role of a Neuropsychologist – A Conversation With Dr. Christine Trask (Part 1)

    1 Oct 2018 · 42 min

    An introduction to the role of a neuropsychologist in assessing children with cancer, with Christine Trask, Ph.D., ABPP-CN. Christine walks us through essential concepts in the biology of cancer, pros and cons of…

49. 04| Neuroimaging and Neuropsychology, Friends or Foes? – A Conversation With Dr. Steve Correia (Part 2)

    15 Sep 2018 · 50 min

    Join us for a conceptual conversation with Dr. Steve Correia, a board-certified neuropsychologist with extensive neuroimaging experience. We talk about how to increase your skill in interpreting brain scans, how to…

50. 03| Neuroimaging and Neuropsychology, Friends or Foes? – A Conversation With Dr. Steve Correia (Part 1)

    16 Aug 2018 · 45 min

    We interviewed Stephen Correia, Ph.D., ABPP-CN, a neuropsychologist with extensive research and clinical training in the use of imaging techniques. In this week's episode, we cover the following content related to…