When will Neuropsychology Awareness Day be celebrated? October 6th of each calendar year.
What is Neuropsychology Awareness Day? Neuropsychology Awareness Day is intended to make the public and other mental health and medical professionals aware of the field of neuropsychology, what conditions are assessed by neuropsychologists and which services are provided by the field. This day may also be an opportunity to allow young professionals to become aware of the field and develop an understanding of the training required to become a neuropsychologist.
How should Neuropsychology Awareness Day be celebrated or observed? Social media postings by various practitioners and organizations in the field of neuropsychology or any adjacent fields.
Why was Neuropsychology Awareness Day created? Many individuals are unaware of the field of neuropsychology and the important services provided by neuropsychologists. The process of seeking a neuropsychological evaluation can be difficult due to waitlists and a lack of general understanding in the public of when it is appropriate to seek out a neuropsychological evaluation. This day would seek to make people aware of the field in a general sense as well as to make individuals aware of when it may be appropriate to seek out an evaluation.
Who created this day? This day was created by the National Academy of Neuropsychology in 2025.