Continuous performance test

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002500",
  "term": "Continuous performance test",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A neuropsychological assessment designed to measure sustained and selective attention, impulsivity, and vigilance. Participants are required to respond to target stimuli and withhold responses to non-target stimuli over an extended period. This test is frequently used in clinical settings to evaluate cognitive function, particularly in conditions like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "attention deficit hyperactivity disorder"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 858 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/continuous-performance-test/"
}