Handbook of medical neuropsychology [electronic resource] : applications of cognitive neuroscience / Carol L. Armstrong, editor ; Lisa Morrow, associate editor ; foreword by Muriel D. Lezak
- Published
- New York : Springer, [2010]
- Copyright Date
- ©2010
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxi, 564 pages) : illustrations
- Additional Creators
- Armstrong, Carol L. (Carol Louise), 1969- and Morrow, Lisa
Access Online
- SpringerLink: ezaccess.libraries.psu.edu
- Contents
- Foreword; References; Preface; Contents; Contributors; Part I Primary Nervous System Disease; 1 Epilepsy and Cognitive Plasticity; 2 Traumatic Brain Injury; 3 Neuropsychological Problems in Neuro-oncology; 4 Multiple System Atrophy, Orthostatic Hypotension, and Autonomic Dysfunction and Cognition; Part II Vascular System Disease; 5 Cardiovascular Disease and Neurocognitive Function; 6 Cerebrovascular Disease and Disorders; 7 Cognitive Declines During Migraine and Cluster Headaches Are Caused by Cerebral 5HT Neurotransmitter Dysfunction.
- Summary
- The recent surge of interest in the neuroscience of autism, HIV/AIDS, cancer, Alzheimer's, and other disorders has brought with it an increasing awareness of the effects of medical conditions on the brain and behavior - an awareness extending through the research and practice arenas, among those working with pediatric and adult clients alike. Comprehensive in scope and highly detailed in its coverage, the "Handbook of Medical Neuropsychology" is organized to give readers knowledge of the field, whether one needs to understand a clinical evaluation, design a research study, or gain a.
- Subject(s)
- ISBN
- 9781441913647 (electronic bk.)
1441913645 (electronic bk.)
9781441913630
1441913637 - Note
- AVAILABLE ONLINE TO AUTHORIZED PSU USERS.
- Bibliography Note
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
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