The clinical neuropsychologist
Example: The clinical neuropsychologist assessed the patient's cognitive functions carefully.
Definition
The clinical neuropsychologist is a medical professional specializing in understanding the relationship between brain function and behavior, often assessing and diagnosing cognitive, emotional, and behavioral disorders through various psychological tests and evaluations.
Etymology
The term "clinical neuropsychologist" combines 'clinical,' derived from the Greek 'klinein' meaning 'to lean or lie down,' referring to patient care, and 'neuropsychologist,' formed from 'neuro-' (Greek for 'nerve') and 'psychology' (study of the mind). This reflects the profession's focus on brain and behavior in a healthcare setting.
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"The clinical neuropsychologist" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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