PsiNorm: A Fast, Efficient and Free Open-Source Software for Interpreting, Reporting and Archiving Neuropsychological Test Results

Objective: In many clinics, calculation and interpretation of neuropsychological test results, along with reporting, data organization and archiving of the data are done manually. In this era where most of the similar processes are automated, manual application may result in excessive time consumption, unnecessary use of qualified work-force, and is also open to error. A software that automates these processes for neuropsychological tests used for dementia assessment may overcome these issues. Methods: We aimed to develop a free, open source software not requiring specialized training, which would optimise the calculation, preparation of personal reports and archiving processes of neuropsychological tests, hence would easily be incorporated in to the daily work of psychologists. We've used Python 3.6 as the programming language, and JSON was used as the data interchange format to allow for personal alterations in the content. The tests were selected among those which are in common use for neuropsychological evaluation of adults in Turkey, with available norm values. (Funding: TUBITAK 214S048). Results: PsiNorm was developed, comprising widely used standardized tests for cognitive evaluation of adults in Turkey. The software is lightweight, compatible with most common operating systems, and easy-to-use. We've shown that Psinorm significantly reduced the time required for calculation of percentiles and norms as well as for producing a draft report. The reports are prepared in.txt format and the databases are prepared in MS Excel ve CSV formats. PsiNorm is available freely at psinorm.org. Conclusion: PsiNorm is a free, open-source software which is available for researchers and clinicians who perform neuropsychological tests. PsiNorm provides significant time and labor-force benefits, is easy-to-use and can be customized by the user.