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The NIH Toolbox Pattern Comparison Processing Speed Test: Normative Data

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: The NIH Toolbox Pattern Comparison Processing Speed Test was developed to assess processing speed. While initial validation work provides preliminary support for this test in both children and adults, more work is needed to ensure dependability and generalizability. Thus, this replication study examines descriptive data (including age effects), test-retest reliability, and construct validity in n = 4,859 participants ages 3-85 years (matched to 2010 census data). Although the Pattern Comparison was not appropriate for all 3 and 4 years old, by ages 5 and 6, more meaningful scores were apparent. There was evidence for convergent and discriminant validity. There was also a moderate practice effect (i.e., increase of 5.5 points) over a 1-week time frame. Pattern Comparison exhibits a number of strengths: it is appropriate for use across the lifespan (ages 5-85), it is short and easy to administer, and there is support for construct validity.

Source: Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology

DOI: 10.1093/arclin/acv031

Authors: Noelle E. Carlozzi, Jennifer L. Beaumont, David S. Tulsky, Richard C. Gershon

Institutions: University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Northwestern University, Kessler Foundation, University of Delaware

Language: English

Topic: Cognitive Abilities and Testing

Subfield: Experimental and Cognitive Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2215325240

FWCI: 5.037

Cites: 70

Cited by: 118

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