🔔 Introduction: What does "Innovation" mean in Neuropsychology?

In the historic heart of Philadelphia, where the United States Declaration of Independence was signed, neuropsychologists from various countries gathered under the theme: "Neuropsychology in the Age of Innovation." For us, as a Panamanian company specializing in Educational Neuropsychology, innovation is not just about using technology: it's about advocating for a science that can have an impact not only on clients, but also on their families, community, and overall quality of life.

We have compiled the key points from the most powerful plenary sessions and workshops to share with our community.

📅 Day 1: Forensic Science and the Future with AI

🧠 Workshop 02: Research in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI)

Dr. Schretlen delved into how to distinguish real aftereffects from external factors in forensic examinations.

🤖 Workshop 05: Demystifying AI in Assessment and Treatment

Dr. Brown explored how Artificial Intelligence is creating support tools for people with neurodevelopmental disorders.

📅 Day 2: Advocacy, Schizophrenia, and Precision Brain Health

⚖️ Invited Symposium 01: Protecting Science, Promoting Brain Health

Dr. Diaz-Santos led a vital session on advocacy . Science should not remain confined to the laboratory; it must influence public policy.

🔬 Plenary B: Advances in Schizophrenia (INS Presidential Lecture)

Dr. Natalia Ojeda presented a hopeful vision: cognitive treatment in schizophrenia is evolving towards much more comprehensive rehabilitation models.

🏘️ Plenary D: Research Committed to the Community

Dr. Mónica Rivera Mindt elaborated on the concept of "Precision Brain Health" .

  • Key Learning: We cannot evaluate everyone the same way. We must understand the structural and systemic context (where the person lives, their culture) to truly predict how their brain will change.

📅 Day 3: Female Leadership and the Power of Smell

👩‍🔬 Invited Symposium 04: Women Leaders in Neuropsychology

An inspiring panel featuring figures like Mary Kosmidis and Cristina Martell. The message was clear: diversity in leadership improves the quality of science.

👃 Plenary F: Clinical Utility of Olfactory Evaluation

Dr. Vidyulata Kamath demonstrated something fascinating: loss of smell can be an early predictor of depression and neurodegenerative diseases.

📅 Day 4: Children, Executive Functions and Epilepsy

🧒 Workshop 11: Support for Children and Adolescents with Executive Dysfunction

Dr. Daryaneh Badaly shared practical strategies for the classroom and home.

💜 Symposium 19: Beyond the Crises: The Person Behind Epilepsy

Dr. Margolis reminded us that epilepsy is not just about seizures; it affects identity and social life. At Neuropsyedu, this aligns with the biopsychosocial model.

🤝 Conclusion: Our Commitment

Our attendance in Philadelphia allows us to fulfill our corporate value of Continuous Improvement . Every research study we hear translates into better tools for the benefit of our clients. Panama and its people will benefit from the knowledge we have gained during this international conference.

If you are interested in our Mental Health and Neuropsychology services, please feel free to write to us or contact us at +507 6535 6362. We will be happy to assist you.

🎥 Video Summary of Our Participation in the Congress

We've prepared a video. In it you'll find:

  • Highlights from the keynote speeches.

  • Interviews with scientists regarding their scientific posters.

  • The vibrant atmosphere of the neuropsychological community in Philadelphia.

You can watch the video right here: