Factor analysis of the Halstead-Reitan Neuropsychological Test Battery for Older Children.

Studies of the factor structure of the Halstead-Reitan Neuropsychological Test Battery for Older Children (HRNB-C) have reported solutions ranging from 5 to 7 constructs. The current study examined the underlying factor structure of the HRNB-C using only tests from the Battery itself with 800 learning disabled children. The results showed a four factor solution to be the most heuristic. These dimensions were identified as Speed of Operation, Tactile-Motor Integration, Attention, and Visuo-Spatial Memory. When ancillary tests are excluded it is argued that four factors provide the best description of the underlying structure of the HRNB-C.