Clinical Neuropsychology In The General Public, By Deborah K.

In “Increasing Awareness of Clinical Neuropsychology in the General Public”, Deborah K. Attix Ph.D and Guy G. Potter help to bring awareness to the value of clinical neuropsychology. The article states “It is clear that there is inadequate public information about the role of clinical neuropsychology in patient care and clinical research.”(392), the article is to promote public is supposed to help increase knowledge on clinical neuropsychology. The writers listed multiple methods to help inform individuals on clinical neuropsychology. As a result of the methods listed the writers hope to “[…] (1) increase consumer satisfaction, (2) generate appropriate referrals, (3) promote involvement in multidisciplinary treatment and research teams, and (4) facilitate reimbursement for our assessment and intervention services at a level consistent with our training and expertise.”(393). The purpose of the article is to attempt to demonstrate the benefits of using these methods to increase public knowledge of clinical neuropsychology.

Printed methods include brochures, flyers, magazines, and newspaper articles. There is also access to online informative resources such as, personal information services and other links to explanatory sites. Other helpful recourses include public speaking opportunities and volunteer opportunities for multiple organizations. The writers hope to increase the use of these methods to increase the learning opportunities. Most methods specifically target patients and family members help them understand the opportunities clinical psychology