DD6 has been diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome. In connection with this diagnosis, she was referred for a neuropsychological assessment to the Learning and Emotional Assessment Program (LEAP) at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in Boston. Attention is the primary question but we have questions about processing speed and executive function as well.
We�ve been told that DD is likely 2e. For many reasons, we�d love if an evaluation of giftedness could be part of the same assessment. It�s my understanding that it is best to work with professionals who are experienced in working with gifted children. With that in mind, we�re trying to determine whether LEAP is a good avenue for testing or whether we should ask DD�s neurologist about exploring other options.
With that background, could I please ask:
Does neuropsychological assessment necessarily include an IQ/WISC component?
Can anyone share an opinion as to whether the program at MGH would do a good job evaluating giftedness? We start from the perspective that the professionals at MGH are at the top of their field. Is that enough?
Am I misunderstanding how all of this testing works and asking the wrong questions?
Thank you in advance for any thoughts.
