What Is the Difference Between Psychological Testing and Neuropsychological Testing

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Multiple Choice

What is the difference between psychological testing and neuropsychological testing?

• A)Psychological testing involves answering questions about mental health functioning, whereas neuropsychological testing involves brain imaging.
• B)Psychological testing involves answering questions about mental health functioning, whereas neuropsychological testing involves getting a medical exam.
• C)Psychological testing involves performing tasks that may reveal problems in brain functioning, whereas neuropsychological testing involves brain imaging.
• D)Psychological testing involves answering questions about mental health functioning, whereas neuropsychological testing involves performing tasks that may reveal problems in brain functioning.

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