Objective methods for matching neuropsychological patterns: Formulas and comparisons

Objective neuropsychology test score pattern matching methods can help to identify data similarities and differences with comparison groups which can help the clinician in diagnosis and in identifying treatment options. The current study examines five methods of matching a data set: Correlation, Con...

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Published in:Applied neuropsychology. Adult 2023-03, Vol.30 (2), p.249-258
Main Authors: Meyers, John E., Miller, Ronald M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity - diagnosis
Brain Injuries, Traumatic
Comparative
computer applications
Humans
Neuropsychological Tests
tests
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Summary:Objective neuropsychology test score pattern matching methods can help to identify data similarities and differences with comparison groups which can help the clinician in diagnosis and in identifying treatment options. The current study examines five methods of matching a data set: Correlation, Configuration, Kullback-Leibler (KL) Divergence, Pooled Effect Size (Cohen's d), and a new method called MNB (Meyers Neuropsychological Battery) Code. Thirty data sets diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) were compared with four Comparison Group data sets consisting of TBI, Depression, Anxiety and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. The Correlation Method was correct 90% (27/30) and Configuration was correct 86% (26/30). The KL Divergence was correct 76% (23/30) and the MNB Code was correct 73% (22/30). The Effect Size Method was correct 70% (21/30). When using a simple majority of all the matching methods, the classification rate was 90+ percent. The results of this study demonstrate that there are statistical methods that can identify patterns of cognitive strengths and weaknesses. Multiple matching methods and a simple majority of agreement between the different comparisons suggests the best matching profile for diagnosis. In some cases, more than one pattern may be present.
ISSN:2327-9095
2327-9109
DOI:10.1080/23279095.2021.1929986