Lundervold Astri J
Department of Biological and Medical Psychology, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway.
Front Psychol. 2025 May 14;16:1537368. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1537368. eCollection 2025.
This perspective paper introduces the term "precision neuropsychology" to reflect on an approach that integrates AI-driven assessment tools with traditional neuropsychological frameworks-an integration expected to become crucial in future clinical practice. The paper outlines the technological evolution from basic computerized testing to sophisticated machine learning applications that could enable clinicians to more accurately detect subtypes of neuropsychological conditions. Key opportunities include enhanced pattern recognition in traditional assessments (e.g., digital clock drawing), continuous monitoring of symptom fluctuations (e.g., Attention Deficit Disorder), and personalized assessment and treatment procedures based on individual needs (e.g., learning disorders). The paper also addresses critical implementation challenges: ethical considerations including algorithmic bias and data privacy; balancing quantitative AI analytics with qualitative clinical expertise to avoid reductionism; and developing new competencies for neuropsychologists to effectively integrate AI in their research and clinical work. By providing practical implementation guidelines while preserving holistic patient care, precision neuropsychology shows promise for enhancing both diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficacy in neuropsychological practice.
这篇观点论文引入了“精准神经心理学”这一术语,以反思一种将人工智能驱动的评估工具与传统神经心理学框架相结合的方法——这种整合预计在未来临床实践中将变得至关重要。本文概述了从基本的计算机化测试到复杂的机器学习应用的技术演变,这些应用可以使临床医生更准确地检测神经心理状况的亚型。关键机遇包括在传统评估中增强模式识别(如数字时钟绘图)、持续监测症状波动(如注意力缺陷障碍)以及基于个体需求的个性化评估和治疗程序(如学习障碍)。本文还讨论了关键的实施挑战:包括算法偏差和数据隐私在内的伦理考量;平衡定量的人工智能分析与定性的临床专业知识以避免简化论;以及培养神经心理学家的新能力,以便在他们的研究和临床工作中有效地整合人工智能。通过在保留整体患者护理的同时提供实际实施指南,精准神经心理学有望提高神经心理学实践中的诊断准确性和治疗效果。