Individuals with autism and their caregivers face unique challenges in later childhood and adolescence. This volume translates research on the needs of this population into practical recommendations for clinicians and educators. The book features vivid case examples and an in-depth, reproducible assessment form. Accessible guidance and hands-on ......
This volume provides an overview of the general management of epilepsy in the primary care and general neurology setting. The text emphasises those treatments that can be managed by non-specialists and indicates when referral is appropriate.
Covers various aspects of managing Parkinson's disease (PD). This title includes a comprehensive section on definitions and symptoms, causes of PD, evaluation, cross reference to related symptoms and causes, triage assessment questions, and home care advice. It includes medical, surgical, and non-pharmacological topics.
According to the National Headache Foundation, over 45 million Americans suffer from chronic, recurring Headaches (28 million from migraine alone). Headache is the most common complaint for which people see Neurologists. Headache can impede job functioning and undermine a person's quality of life if not managed effectively. Despite this, research ......
Offering a comprehensive discussion of epilepsy, this guide incorporates comments and suggestions from real patients and their families. It answers commonly asked questions about epilepsy, dispels uncertainties and fears, and encourages those diagnosed with epilepsy to become strong advocates in their medical care.
Explores the breadth and depth of neuropsychological assessments and the many practical uses they have, such as treatment planning, diagnosis, interventions, and many more. The authors offer practical guidance on neuropsychological testing and assessment across the lifespan, from paediatric through geriatric patients.
Scholarly and wide-ranging, this new, extensively illustrated book provides a historical survey and social history of multiple sclerosis and is rich in sources and detail.
Applies the brain imaging techniques of neuroscience to the geriatric population. This book examines our understanding of the aging brain. It focuses on specific populations and clinical syndromes.
Covers the 2008 Spectrum Conference that focuses on neurobehavioral disorders and the influence of genetics in particular. This book examines behavioral and psychological phenotypes in specific neurobehavioral disorders including Down Syndrome, Fragile X, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Prader-Willi Syndrome, Smith Magenis Syndrome, and Williams Syndrome.
