Congratulations on taking the step to assess your cognitive health using the Continuous Performance Test (CPT)! The CPT is a widely used neuropsychological assessment that measures a person's sustained and selective attention. It evaluates your ability to maintain focus over time and respond to target stimuli while ignoring non-targets. The CPT provides insights into attention span, impulse control, and processing speed. Scores generally reflect errors of omission (missing targets), errors of commission (responding to non-targets), and response times.
To complete this test, you will be asked to press a button when you see certain target stimuli on a screen and refrain from pressing when non-target stimuli appear. Scores are computed based on the number of correct and incorrect responses, as well as reaction times. Testing can be conducted using a computer-based program, which accurately tracks responses.
Medical Disclaimer: This self-assessment tool is intended for educational purposes only and does not provide a medical diagnosis. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical advice.
