Wechsler Memory Scale | WMS |

Published: 24 June 2023
on channel: BMH learning

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WMS is a neuropsychological test to assess verbal and nonverbal memory abilities in adults.

Basically the test assesses learning, memory, and working memory

Its applicable for people aged 16-89 year old

The whole set of tests takes about an hour to administer.

There have been a number of versions of the WMS.....

Wechsler Memory Scale
Wechsler Memory Scale - Revised
Wechsler Memory Scale - 3rd Ed
Wechsler Memory Scale - 4th Ed

This video informs about The latest 4th version....which was designed to be used with the WAIS-IV.

Description:

The test provides subtest and composite scores that assess memory and attention functions using both auditory and visual stimuli

A person's performance is reported as 8 primary Index Scores:

Auditory Immediate
Visual Immediate
Immediate Memory
Auditory Delayed
Visual Delayed
Auditory Reception Delayed
General Memory
Working Memory

It also incorporates an optional cognitive exam...

The exam helps to assess global cognitive functioning in people with suspected memory deficits or those who have been diagnosed with a various neural, psychiatric disorders

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