Cognitive Testing
/ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv ˈtɛs.tɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of evaluating an individual's mental functions, such as memory, reasoning, and comprehension, often used to assess competence, capacity, or psychological state in legal contexts.
The court ordered cognitive testing to determine the defendant's competency to stand trial.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish cognitive testing from broader psychological evaluations and specify its role in assessing mental function relevant to legal capacity or competence.
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