Neuropsychological Test Feedback of a School Dropout with Depressive Episode

Abstract

Neuropsychological Test Feedback of a School Dropout with Depressive Episode *Mr. Deepshri Phukan, Research-Scholar, Department of Psychology, Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam; **Dr. Rita Rani Talukdar, Professor, Department of Psychology, Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam;   Abstract Aim: Psychological test feedback provides objective guidance in decision-making as well as assists in rehabilitation and treatment. The effectiveness of feedback must be judged in terms of patient benefits. This case study aims to study the benefits of neuropsychological test feedback in an individual with a depressive episode. Method: This study is designed as a case study of a school dropout diagnosed with a depressive episode. The neuropsychological assessment feedback session has been conducted following the Collaborative Therapeutic Neuropsychological Assessment model (CTNA). In particular, the focus of this case study is on how the Color Trails Test and the Wisconsin Card Sorting Test can be used as therapeutic interventions in a depressive episode. Results: Results show that the neuropsychological test feedback helps the individual in decision-making, resolving conflicts, making priorities, and improving interpersonal communication. Results also show treatment effects in symptom reduction, level of functioning, and overall improvement in subjective well-being. The findings have implications for managing depressive episodes and the use of test feedback as a therapeutic intervention. Keywords: feedback, depression, neuropsychological assessment, therapeutic assessment.