During the past decade, significant advances have been made in the
field of neurodevelopmental disorders, resulting in a considerable
impact on conceptualization, diagnostics, and practice. The second
edition of Child Neuropsychology: Assessment and Interventions for
Neurodevelopmental Disorders brings readers up to speed clearly and
authoritatively, offering the latest information on neuroimaging
technologies, individual disorders, and effective treatment of
children and adolescents.
Starting with the basics of clinical child neuropsychology and
functional anatomy, the authors present a transactional framework
for assessment, diagnosis, and intervention. The book carefully
links structure and functiona "and behavioral and biological
sciencea "for a more nuanced understanding of brain development and
of pathologies as varied as pervasive developmental disorders,
learning disabilities, neuromotor dysfunction, seizure disorders,
and childhood cancers.
This volume features a range of salient features valuable to
students as well as novice and seasoned practitioners alike,
including:
- Overview chapters that discuss the effects of biogenic and
environmental factors on neurological functioning.
- New emphasis on multicultural/cross-cultural aspects of
neuropsychology and assessment.
- Brand new chapters on interpretation, neuropsychological
assessment process, and report writing.
- An integrative model of neurological, neuroradiological, and
psychological assessment and diagnosis.
- Balanced coverage of behavioral, pharmacological, and
educational approaches to treatment.
- Casestudies illustrating typical and distinctive presentations
and successful diagnosis, treatment planning, and
intervention.
- Important practice updates, including the new HIPAA
regulations.
Child Neuropsychology, 2nd Edition, is vital reading for school,
clinical child, and counseling psychologists as well as
neuropsychologists. The book also provides rich background and
practical material for graduate students entering these fields.
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