This major clinical reference and text is the first volume to systematically address the entire process of neuropsychological assessment and intervention with older adults. The expert editors and contributors detail the current state of knowledge about frequently encountered conditions ranging from mild cognitive impairment to progressive, stable, and reversible dementias. Evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies are described, and specific guidance is provided for linking neuropsychological evaluation to individualized treatment planning. Demonstrating an array of cognitive training, compensatory, and psychotherapeutic approaches, the volume shows how these can successfully be used to improve patients' functioning and quality of life.
Introduction I. Geriatric Neuropsychological Assessment A. Assessment of Common Geriatric Conditions 1. An Integrated Model for Geriatric Neuropsychological Assessment, Guy G. Potter and Deborah K. Attix 2. Normal Aging and Mild Cognitive Impairment, Glenn Smith and Beth K. Rush 3. Neurodegenerative Dementias, Kathleen A. Welsh-Bohmer and Lauren H. Warren 4. Stable and Slowly Progressive Dementias, M. Allison Cato and Bruce A. Crosson 5. Potentially Reversible Cognitive Symptoms in Older Adults, Wes S. Houston and Mark W. Bondi B. Specific Considerations 6. Using Norms in Neuropsychological Assessment of the Elderly, Robyn M. Busch, Gordon J. Chelune, and Yana Suchy 7. Functional Assessment, Daniel Marson and Katina R. Hebert 8. Cultural Issues, Jennifer J. Manly 9. Feedback, Joanne Green II. Geriatric Neuropsychological Intervention A. Cognitive Training and Compensatory Techniques 10. An Integrated Model for Geriatric Neuropsychological Intervention, Deborah K. Attix 11. Training of Cognitive and Functionally Relevant Skills in Mild Alzheimer's Disease: An Integrated Approach, David Loewenstein and Amarilis Acevedo 12. Spaced Retrieval: A Model for Dissemination of a Cognitive Intervention for Persons with Dementia, Cameron J. Camp 13. Multitechnique Program Approaches, Linda Clare 14. Language Interventions in Dementia, Cynthia K. Thompson and Nancy Johnson 15. External Aids, Michelle S. Bourgeois B. Psychotherapeutic Interventions 16. Behavioral Treatment of Affective Disorders and Associated Symptoms, Rebecca G. Logsdon, Susan M. McCurry, and Linda Teri 17. Behavioral Treatment of Impaired Functioning and Behavioral Symptoms, Ann Louise Barrick 18. Group Psychotherapy Approaches for Dementia, Guy G. Potter, Deborah K. Attix, and Cory K. Chen 19. Pharmacological and Other Treatment Strategies for Alzheimer's Disease, Kathleen Hayden and Mary Sano
