With the growing prospect for germ warfare, environmental and
occupational neurotoxicology has come center stage. This is a
multidisciplinary science dealing with the study of chemical
compounds found in the environment or workplace that have
deleterious effects on the nervous system and behavior of humans.
The ultimate goal of this science is the understanding of their
toxicity with the aim of preventing illness and suffering. Prior to
the original publication of this work in 1991, this subject has
never been viewed as a distinct body of knowledge; over ten years
later it remains the premier text of its field.
An encyclopedic compendium of over thirty years exhaustive
research written by an expert in the fields of occupational health,
environment, and toxicology, "Foundations of Environmental and
Occupational Neurotoxicology" is a pioneering work. Jos A.
Valciukas, in building bridges between several academic and medical
disciplines, explains how health and human behavior may be
adversely affected by neurotoxins. After introducing his study with
a history of environmental and occupational neurotoxicology, he
discusses, in Chapter 1, "Fundamentals & Techniques"-the
components of the nervous system and how a clinical examination is
conducted. Chapter 2, "Neurotoxic Chemical Compounds & Drugs,"
classifies the various neurotoxic substances. In Chapter 3,
"Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Occupational Health," the author
examines how neurotoxic agents are absorbed and excreted. In
Chapter 4, entitled "Methods of Data Analysis," he assesses
surveys, data management, and the determination of toxic causation.
Chapter 5, "The Targets of Neurotoxicity," contains an examination
of the effects of toxins on brain development, the auditory and
visual systems, and emotions and moods. Chapter 6, entitled
"Counfounders & Current Issues," discusses relevant issues of
senile dementia, alcoholism, smoking, and neurotoxic agents of
chemical warfare.
"What is unique about this book is that Dr. Valciukas has
consolidated this information and discussed the principles and
pitfalls governing the assessment of neurotoxicology in the
workplace This book is highly recommended to those who wish to
expand their knowledge beyond their area of expertise into aspects
of environmental and occupational neurotoxicology..."
-"Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health"
Jos A. Valciukas is director of the Clinical Psychology Internship
Program at the Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in the
Bronx, New York. He is the author of "Forensic Neuropsychology:
Conceptual Foundations and Clinical Practice," and is a former
managing editor of the journal "Environmental Research."
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