Utility of Neuropsychological Assessment in Psychotic Spectrum Disorders

Drew Coman, PhD

This presentation will aim to enhance clinicians' knowledge of neurocognitive functioning in psychotic spectrum disorders as well as best practices in neuropsychological testing. Dr. Coman will describe the IEP and 504 processes within schools and resources to support our patients in school and/or workplace settings, including strategies to advocate for necessary school-based accommodations and resources.

Dr. Drew Coman is the Director of Child & Adolescent Psychology and Neuropsychology at MGB/HMS's Psychosis and Clinical Research Program (PCRP).  He received his undergraduate degree with Departmental Honors at the University of Miami and also completed his graduate studies there in Child Clinical Psychology.  He concluded his training with a pre-doctoral internship/residency and a postdoctoral fellowship at the MGH/HMS.  He has been a faculty at MGH/HMS since 2014.  Dr. Coman has training and expertise in conducting comprehensive neuropsychological and educational evaluations for a myriad of neurodevelopmental disorders, major psychiatric conditions, as well as learning and language-based learning profiles.  

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