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Thank you for coming today and welcome.
It is a pleasure to have you with us Bob.
Today we will deliver your assessment results to you and discuss them in a strength-based manner.
At the outset, please note that your cognitive and intellectual functioning was evaluated using Wide Range Achievement Test 4 (WRAT-4) and Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence 2 (WASI-2). Both tests gave us significant insights on your cognitive functioning. We used the tests results to identify your strengths and weaknesses with respect to your intelligence and achievements. The test results also gave us a suitable diagnosis of your cognitive functioning and we are now able to offer a comprehensive recommendations for enhancing your cognitive and intellectual functioning.
Your Strengths
Based on your test results in WRAT-4 and WASI-2, it is clear that your strengths include higher cognitive and comprehension skills. Your high-level marks in tests on English language reading tasks as well as comprehension and verbal expression skills indicate a solid grip on these subjects. Additionally, your verbal reasoning abilities is another indicator of your cognitive strength and high-level comprehension skills.
Your Weaknesses
Despite your cognitive and comprehension strengths, it seems you struggle with complex tasks , especially Mathematics. Other areas that need improvement are visual-spatial skills, non-verbal abilities, and problem-solving skills....
…activities. Similar to other individuals with mild cognitive restrictions, we have found that you have the a strong ability to learn, due to your cognitive and comprehension strengths. Therefore, our first recommendation is to address your weakness and also find suitable social support for your learning. You have got to find individuals in your life who can support you as you enhance your IQ skills and to help you in developing necessary skills for handling complex tasks. Secondly, you have got to tailor formal instructions to your individual strengths and address your weaknesses given that customized instruction has proven effective in assisting individuals with mild…
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