# Clinical Neuropsychologists > Assess and diagnose patients with neurobehavioral problems related to acquired or developmental disorders of the nervous system, such as neurodegenerative disorders, traumatic brain injury, seizure disorders, and learning disabilities. Recommend treatment after diagnosis, such as therapy, medication, or surgery. Assist with evaluation before and after neurosurgical procedures, such as deep brain stimulation. - Code: 19-3039.03 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 19-3039) - Family: [Life, Physical & Social Science](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-19), one of its 66 occupations - Tasks: 18 tasks (18 core) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-3039.03 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/19-3039.03.json ## What the work is made of 1. Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories. Core task · Task 22219 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 2. Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews. Core task · Task 22224 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 3. Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory. Core task · Task 22208 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 4. Diagnose and treat conditions involving injury to the central nervous system, such as cerebrovascular accidents, neoplasms, infectious or inflammatory diseases, degenerative diseases, head traumas, demyelinating diseases, and various forms of dementing illnesses. Core task · Task 22211 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 5. Diagnose and treat pediatric populations for conditions such as learning disabilities with developmental or organic bases. Core task · Task 22213 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 6. Provide education or counseling to individuals and families. Core task · Task 22221 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 7. Distinguish between psychogenic and neurogenic syndromes, two or more suspected etiologies of cerebral dysfunction, or between disorders involving complex seizures. Core task · Task 22215 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 8. Diagnose and treat neural and psychological conditions in medical and surgical populations, such as patients with early dementing illness or chronic pain with a neurological basis. Core task · Task 22212 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 9. Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions. Core task · Task 22209 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 10. Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology. Core task · Task 22223 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 11. Diagnose and treat psychiatric populations for conditions such as somatoform disorder, dementias, and psychoses. Core task · Task 22214 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 12. Establish neurobehavioral baseline measures for monitoring progressive cerebral disease or recovery. Core task · Task 22217 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 13. Compare patients' progress before and after pharmacologic, surgical, or behavioral interventions. Core task · Task 22207 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 14. Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques. Core task · Task 22220 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 15. Educate and supervise practicum students, psychology interns, or hospital staff. Core task · Task 22216 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 16. Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction. Core task · Task 22210 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 17. Identify and communicate risks associated with specific neurological surgical procedures, such as epilepsy surgery. Core task · Task 22218 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 18. Provide psychotherapy, behavior therapy, or other counseling interventions to patients with neurological disorders. Core task · Task 22222 · Rated by 24 occupational experts, August 2024 ## More in Life, Physical & Social Science - [Agricultural Technicians](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-4012.00): 26 tasks - [Animal Scientists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1011.00): 9 tasks - [Anthropologists and Archeologists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-3091.00): 30 tasks - [Astronomers](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-2011.00): 17 tasks - [Atmospheric and Space Scientists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-2021.00): 27 tasks - [Biochemists and Biophysicists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1021.00): 24 tasks - [Bioinformatics Scientists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1029.01): 20 tasks - [Biological Scientists, All Other](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1029.00): no tasks listed - [Biological Technicians](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-4021.00): 17 tasks - [Biologists](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/19-1029.04): 21 tasks - 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