Cognitive Assessment
/ˈkɒgnɪtɪv əˈsɛsmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of evaluating an individual's mental functions such as memory, attention, and reasoning, often used in legal contexts to determine competence or capacity.
The court ordered a cognitive assessment to evaluate the defendant's ability to stand trial.
Forms
- cognitive assessment
- cognitive assessments
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specify the purpose of the cognitive assessment to clarify context, as its use varies from criminal competency to guardianship cases.
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