TokenTest vs Computerized

The Token Test is a classic language comprehension test originally published in 1962 for detection of non-obvious aphasia. This iPad application includes the original and over 13 variants (both long and short forms) published over the years. It also allows customization of the provided versions so clinicians and researchers can make their own based on those provided. Scoring is automatic and results can be emailed (as can test files). It is intended for specialists dealing with subtle aphasia disorders including neuropsychologists, neurologists, speech pathologists and psychologists. It is part of the NeuroMates collection of iPad psychological tests.

The CVST is a very sensitive test for identifying possible brain injury or cerebral dysfunction as a result of a progressive dementia. The task is also very sensitive to the effects of epilepsy and side effects of medication that work on the central nervous system. The CVST is a computerized pattern tracking test. It is an adaptation of the Visual Searching Task (VST) by Goldstein et al. (1973). The task consists of finding a grid pattern out of 26 which matches the one in the centre of the screen. Results show accuracy and speed of responses from which can be concluded if more (neuropsychological) research is needed.