Cognitive Testing
At Arcara in Massachusetts, we provide evidence-based Creyos Health cognitive testing. Led with care and 30 years of expertise, our team can help you understand and improve your brain health.
Benefits of Cognitive Testing
Testing your brain function helps in multiple ways:
- Identify memory issues before they worsen
- Help doctors diagnose brain struggles accurately
- Track changes to your brain’s function over time
- Guide doctors on the best treatment plan for you
- Slow down brain problems with early intervention
- Lessen concerns about your cognitive function
- Make better choices about work, driving, and more
– Marcie M, Google Review
Arcara Psychiatry Cognitive Assessment
Getting a cognitive assessment at Arcara starts with understanding your needs. Our team uses proven cognitive ability assessment tools to check your memory, reasoning, verbal skills, and attention, and identify any areas that need attention.
We ensure:
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Adequate time to understand your needs
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Testing for mild impairment and serious issues
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Detailed results to help you start treatment fast
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Clear, simple explanations of your cognitive tests
What Is Cognitive Ability?
Cognitive ability means how well you process information, think, remember, and connect with the world around you. It informs how you learn, solve problems, and make choices.
Symptoms of Cognitive Decline
Watch for these signs that your thinking skills might be changing:
Memory Problems:
Forget recent events or talks, like with older adults
Focus Issues:
Struggle to follow directions, especially in kids
Word Trouble:
Can’t find words or understand what others say
Poor Choices:
Bad judgment or trouble planning ahead
Getting Lost:
Confused in places you usually know well
Mood Swings:
More worry, sadness, or personality changes
How Cognitive Testing Helps
Early testing helps catch problems before they get worse. Simple memory tasks can show if someone needs more help. Testing helps mental health care in specific ways:
- Finds thinking patterns linked to specific disorders
- Shows how serious brain issues are
- Helps make treatment plans that fit each person
- Tracks progress during treatment
- Picks up what makes some days better than others
- Shows if habit changes are helping
- Guides choices about medicines or therapy
Arcara's Online Cognitive Assessment
Online cognitive testing is convenient without losing quality. You can do tests from home and still get professional results. Benefits of online testing include:
- You can be in a safe, familiar space
- Choose a time convenient for you
- Get test results virtually and quickly
- Repeat for tracking progress easily
Creyos Health: A Virtual Cognitive Assessment
At Arcara Personalized Psychiatry, we partner with Creyos Health to quickly measure brain function. Originally called Cambridge Brain Sciences, Creyos involves science-informed brain tests.
Tasks help check, track, and manage key areas of brain function. For any severe conditions that require in-person neuropsychiatric evaluation from a neuropsychologist, we can help with referrals. We can test for the following conditions:
| Condition | Cognitive Testing Used? | Online/Remote | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anxiety Disorders | Yes (Limited) | Yes | Tests show attention/memory effects; diagnosis needs a clinical interview |
| ADHD | Yes | Yes | Online tests are widely used; diagnosis includes a behavioral review |
| Depression | Yes | Yes | Brain problems can be screened remotely |
| Menopausal Symptoms | Yes | Yes | Cognitive changes (brain fog, memory issues) assessed; hormone-related cognitive decline is measurable |
| Sleep Disorders Like Insomnia | Yes (Limited) | Yes | Tiredness/brain problems checked |
What to Expect in the Test
Taking a Creyos brain test online means doing quick, engaging tasks. Each one lasts only 1.5 to 3 minutes. We track conditions like ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Using insights from these in-depth tests, we create tailored advice and approaches. The goal is to help people take charge of their brain health and boost their total wellness through cognitive testing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is cognitive testing?
Cognitive testing measures brain functions like memory, attention, problem-solving, and reasoning. These tests help identify strengths and weaknesses in thinking abilities.
What does a cognitive test measure?
Cognitive assessment tools measure memory, attention span, processing speed, executive function, language skills, and visual-spatial abilities.
Who should consider cognitive testing?
Anyone experiencing memory problems, attention issues, learning difficulties, or changes in thinking should consider testing. It’s also helpful for tracking brain health over time.
How is cognitive testing performed?
Testing can be done in person or online through platforms like Creyos. You complete tasks that measure different thinking skills while a professional monitors your progress.
How long does a cognitive test take, and what should I expect?
Most tests take 15–45 minutes. Expect simple tasks that test memory, attention, and problem-solving. The experience is designed to be comfortable and stress-free.
Are cognitive tests evidence-based and clinically validated?
Yes, the tests we use are backed by research and clinical exploration. They provide reliable results that help guide treatment decisions.
Are online cognitive tests reliable compared to professional assessments?
Online tests through platforms like Creyos are reliable and validated. However, some complex conditions may still require in-person evaluation.
How often should cognitive assessments be repeated?
Some people benefit from testing every few months to track treatment progress, while others may only need annual assessments.
How can cognitive testing help diagnose neurocognitive disorders?
Testing identifies specific patterns of cognitive strengths and weaknesses that are associated with different disorders. This helps with more accurate diagnoses.
What conditions can cognitive testing detect?
Testing can help identify ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, learning disabilities, and the effects of brain injury or medical conditions.
Disclaimer: Client reviews may be paraphrased for clarity and brevity.