Neuropsychological rehabilitation of children and adolescents

Neuropsychological rehabilitation for children and adolescents is medical rehabilitation provided by a neuropsychologist. Rehabilitation is usually started on the recommendation of a doctor and a neuropsychologist. The goals and content of neuropsychological rehabilitation are always planned individually based on neuropsychological evaluation. Neuropsychological rehabilitation of children and adolescents is usually carried out by a private healthcare provider. Rehabilitation can be funded by the municipality of residence (with a payment commitment), KELA, the child's guardians or, in some cases, insurance companies.

To whom:

Neuropsychological rehabilitation is intended for children and adolescent with information processing and/or behavioral difficulties related to special developmental difficulties (e.g. special language difficulties), developmental neuropsychiatric disorders (e.g. autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, Tourette's syndrome), neurological disease or disability (e.g. .epilepsy, CP injury, brain injury) and sensory disabilities.

Neuropsychological rehabilitation focuses on skills that are important for children and adolescents in everyday life. Neuropsychological rehabilitation can be aimed e.g. to executive dysfunction, language difficulties, difficulties with visual perception or difficulties with reading, writing and counting. Rehabilitation can also be aimed at memory and learning strategies, challenges of social interaction, strengthening self-knowledge, strengthening emotion regulation skills and improving mental stress management.

What happens in the neuropsychological rehabilitation of children and adolescents?

In rehabilitation, the neuropsychologist uses various methods, such as pencil and paper tasks, videos, computer exercises, guided discussions and other exercises. In addition to the goals of rehabilitation, the choice of methods to be used is influenced by the child's age and skills.

Using neuropsychological rehabilitation methods can...

• practice skills that challenge the child
• guide the child to use his/her strengths
• strengthens general study skills, such as planning and evaluating activities
• support the development of a positive self-image and self-esteem by creating positive learning situations
• guide the child in the use of external aids and in modifying the environment
• provide information and guidance to the child and parents
• provide psychological support
• cooperate with the child's teachers and other near-adults

How to carry out the neuropsychological rehabilitation of children and adolescents?

Neuropsychological rehabilitation of children and adolescents can be carried out as individual rehabilitation or in some cases also as group rehabilitation. Rehabilitation can also be carried out mainly as guidance visits in the child's local network. As part of the rehabilitation, consultations are organized for the planning of educational rehabilitation support services at the child's school or daycare. The total duration of rehabilitation varies, depending on the severity of the problems, from a few months to a few years.

Specialists

 

Annika Koivisto

Neuropsychologist, PsM  •  Neuropsychology supervisor Children and young people under 20 • KELA intensive neuropsychological rehabilitation 020 7959 250 etunimi.sukunimi@medishare.fi Find out more

 

Saara Nolvi

Psychologist, PsM  •  Children and young people under 20 020 7959 250 etunimi.sukunimi@medishare.fi

 

Elisabeth Nordenswan

Psychologist, PsT Children and young people under 20 020 7959 250 etunimi.sukunimi@medishare.fi

 

Anna Ryösä

Neuropsychologist, PsL Adults and adolescents over 14 years old • KELA intensive neuropsychological rehabilitation 020 7959 250 etunimi.sukunimi@medishare.fi Find out more

 

Mari Saarinen

Neuropsychologist, PsL (VET)  •  Neuropsychology supervisor School-age children, adolescents and young adults • KELA intensive neuropsychological rehabilitation 020 7959 250 etunimi.sukunimi@medishare.fi

 

Jutta Torsti

Neuropsychologist, PsL  •  Neuropsychology supervisor  •  Children under 13 years • KELA intensive neuropsychological rehabilitation 020 7959 250 etunimi.sukunimi@medishare.fi Find out more

 

Hanna Tuomisto

Neuropsychologist, PsL Adults and adolescents over 12 years old • KELA intensive neuropsychological rehabilitation 020 7959 250 etunimi.sukunimi@medishare.fi