Positive Neuropsychology – KnowNeuropsychology

These learning questions are brought to you by KnowNeuropsychology & the Association for Doctoral Education in Clinical Neuropsychology (ADECN).

*This quiz has 4 multiple-choice questions and 2 discussion questions.

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Physical activity has been linked to which of the following neuropsychological outcomes?

Improved cognitive skills but no change in brain structure

Improved brain structure but no change in cognitive skills

Improvements in both cognitive skills and brain structure

No improvements in cognitive skills or brain structure

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What are the primary domains of positive neuropsychology?

Cognitive strategy use, role of activity engagement on cognition, prevention efforts to maintain optimal cognition, education about brain health

Promoting research into cognitive outcomes, encouraging lifelong learning, engagement in advocacy efforts, education about business practices

Promoting cognitive potential and resilience, focusing on cognitive strengths rather than weaknesses, emphasizing wellbeing

Developing evidence for neuropsychological effectiveness, interdisciplinary collaboration, strengths-based supervision and mentorship

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Which of the following is false about Superagers?

They have superior memory performance for their age

They have higher extraversion scores on personality measures

They have more robust white matter networks than controls

They have thicker posterior cingulate cortex than controls

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When Dr. Randolph noted that “Variety is the spice of life,” what was he referring to?

Findings show that a balance of cardiovascular and strength-based physical activity is important.

Increased variety of intellectually stimulating activities may be better than increasing frequency.

Broader social networks, with a variety of friends rather than just family, are more beneficial.

Eating a diet with a diversity of plant-based and lean protein sources improves one’s outcomes.

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DISCUSSION: How can you infuse positive neuropsychology into your everyday practice?

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DISCUSSION: What was something that surprised you during Dr. Randolph’s talk? Discuss a study design that would refine our knowledge about that topic.

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