Rey Complex Figure Test and Recognition Trial (RCFT): Norm Determination Study on Turkish Adult Sample

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Scientific BACKGROUND: Rey Complex Figure Test and Recognition Trial (RCFT) is a commonly used neuropsychological measure which assesses visuoconstructive skills and non-verbal memory. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to provide normative data for Turkish adults and investigate the influence of age, education and gender variables on the RCFT performance METHODS: MATERIAL-METHODS: Data derived from a sample of 198 healthy individuals (age 17-82) coming from six different age and three different education levels. RESULTS: RESULTS: This study revealed significant effects of age and education on most of the RCFT test scores. It also revealed that RCFT performances were not associated with gender. CONCLUSION: CONCLUSION: The evaluation criterias for the RCFT scores, which could be used in the clinical trials in our country, is determined with this stud