Neuropsychology of Malingering and Non-Credible Presentations: Perspectives on Validity Assessment

Neuropsychology of Malingering and Non‑Credible Presentations: Perspectives on Validity Assessment is a comprehensive guide to understanding and addressing concerns about the accuracy of cognitive performances and symptom reports during neuropsychological evaluations. This updated second edition reflects major advances in the field, offering practical strategies for diagnosing, documenting, and managing validity issues in both clinical and forensic contexts.This book begins with foundational concepts of validity assessment, including the evolution of key terms and statistical principles. It then moves into detailed case examples across diverse settings - civil and criminal litigation, disability evaluations, and routine clinical practice - illustrating how performance and symptom validity concerns arise and are addressed. Additional chapters explore cultural and linguistic considerations, ethical and professional issues, and the integration of multiple data sources such as interviews, behavioral observations, and psychometric testing. The content emphasizes real‑world application while avoiding unnecessary technical jargon.This book is designed for advanced trainees and experienced professionals in clinical neuropsychology, as well as those working in forensic psychology and related fields. It serves as a practical resource for anyone seeking to improve their ability to detect, interpret, and manage non‑credible presentations across a wide range of evaluation contexts.

About the Author

Joel E. Morgan is double board certified in clinical neuropsychology and pediatric neuropsychology. He is in independent practice of lifetime clinical and forensic neuropsychology in New Jersey, USA.

Jerry J. Sweet is board certified in clinical neuropsychology and clinical psychology. He has taught and supervised young neuropsychologists in Evanston, Illinois, most of whom were about to enter the field.

Kyle B. Boone is board certified in clinical neuropsychology and is in independent practice in forensic neuropsychology in Torrance, California, USA.

Ryan W. Schroeder is a board‑certified clinical neuropsychologist. He evaluates clinical patients at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center and also performs forensic evaluations in his private practice in Wichita, Kansas, USA.