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Neuropsychology focuses on brain-behaviour relationships - how changes or damage to brain structures can affect functioning and abilities. Examples of conditions which might benefit from neuropsychological input include: epilepsy; brain tumours; traumatic brain injury (TBI); and conditions which start earlier in development, or even before a child is born (for instance, perinatal stroke, toxicity in utero, or neurodevelopmental conditions that influence brain development). 

Paediatric neuropsychologists work with children, up to the age of 18 (and occasionally beyond). They are involved at all stages of a child's recovery and /  or adjustment. They might assess the young person, suggest interventions and help to set rehabilitation goals. In essence, neuropsychologists establish a child's neurocognitive strengths and weaknesses, and help to find  ways to build skills or compensate for difficulties.  

The term 'Neuropsychologist' is not a protected term in the UK. Parents should look for professionals who are on the Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists (SRCN, held by the British Psychological Society). This means that they are HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registered practitioner psychologists, with further, extensive training in the field.