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EPISODE · Jul 28, 2025 · 51 MIN

Can VR Diagnose ADHD? The Next Generation of Neuropsychology Testing with Dr. Nicholls, PhD

from Phil's Guide to PsyD · host Philip Sarpong

Join to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsS7gvl8SbsquW8TOVJRQcg/joinBio: Dr. Nicholls is a Clinical Psychologist with over 40 years of experience working in a variety of medical centers and teaching hospitals, and now in private practice. He is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the National Academy of Neuropsychology. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology as well as the American Board of Pediatric Neuropsychology. Dr. Nicholls has served in multiple leadership roles including being the President of the Arizona Psychological Association and the representative of the State of Arizona to the American Psychological Association. Dr. Nicholls has written multiple articles, two books, and he has presented at the local, national and international level.Links discussed: Nesplora https://nesplora.com/en/home/Get a FREE EBOOK on how to become a psychologist: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oeaAq7ERjhia0IQxm6JdLaEuvI4KwPEWSJaRsvM7nMM/edit?tab=t.0Follow me on Insta at philsguidetopsyd https://www.instagram.com/philsguidetopsyd/Follow me on tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@philsguidetopsydMy linktree: https://linktr.ee/philsguidetopsydListen on Podcast form: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/TYBMVxr1MAbOther Social Media: https://philsarpong.com/social-media-page/Camera Equipment and wellness products: https://philsarpong.com/products-workout-gear/This video is not intended as professional or legal advice. Be sure to seek the services of a professional if you are in need of them.Timecodes0:00 Intro2:25 Walk us through your journey to becoming a neurospychologist3:30 How has neuropsychology shifted over the years?5:45 What are you excited about regarding VR testing?8:20 What is a typical battery for ADHD?10:30 How important are measures from family/friends in diagnosing?12:07 How has your conceptualization changed regarding diagnosing ADHD?15:00 What about AI?19:25 Will VR replace traditional forms of assessment?22:00 Does VR testing add or take away from neuropsychology assessment?26:00 What is the learning curve to learn VR testing for clinicians?35:00 How would you implement neuropsych training in graduate school?37:00 How could VR embed into health, forensic, or other specialities of psychology?42:00 What advice would you give to aspiring neuropsychologists?45:00 What still excites you about the field?47:00 What is your favorite neuropsychology test?49:00 What do you for your self, body, mind, or spirit?

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