Geriatric Neuropsychology Practice Essentials (Studies in Neuropsychology, Neurology, and Cognition) (Hardcover)

~ Shane S. Bush (Editor), Thomas A. Martin (Editor)
Key Phrases: geriatric neuropsychologists, new declarative learning, anterograde memory impairment, New York, Oxford University Press, Archives of Neurology (more...)

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Bush and Martin's new text succinctly captures the multiple vectors of change within the field and provides the practitioner with a comprehensive guide to both traditional neuropsychological applications with older patients and new opportunities. Neuropsychologists will find the text helpful in every aspect of practice including the selection of tests, understanding valid accommodations, and various disease and clinical conditions in the elderly. This text is a valuable resource for neuropsychologists treating geriatric patients..
–Robert G. Frank, PhD, University of Florida

Bush and Martins new text succinctly captures the multiple vectors of change within the field and provides the practitioner with a comprehensive guide to both traditional neuropsychological applications with older patients and new opportunities. Neuropsychologists will find the text helpful in every aspect of practice including the selection of tests, understanding valid accommodations, and various disease and clinical conditions in the elderly. This text is a valuable resource for neuropsychologists treating geriatric patients..
–Robert G. Frank, PhD, University of Florida

This carefully edited book provides the clinician and researcher with a balanced and comprehensive perspective of neuropsychology for the elderly. Respected experts have consistently bridged the scientific findings of their specialty with clinical applications. The book will serve as a useful resource for guiding both clinicians and researchers to select specific neurocognitive and psychodiagnostic measures tailored to diagnosing the elderly. I strongly recommend this book to all clinicians, researchers and student in the field of gerontology. This is not only the most comprehensive resource book on the elderly, but since we all face a decline due to aging, I especially appreciated the tone throughout the book that honors the elderly for the richness of their experiences and wisdom.
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–Ronald M. Ruff, Ph.D. ABPP University of California, San Francisco and Stanford University

Product Description

Advancing age is associated with a number of neurological conditions, including dementia, cerebrovascular disease, and traumatic brain injury. In addition, chronic medical conditions, emotional disturbance, and medications may compromise the functioning of older adults. Issues of assessment and treatment of these conditions differ significantly between younger and older adults.

Geriatric Neuropsychology employs the contributions of well-known clinicians and researchers in examining age-related considerations in the construction of test batteries and conduction of interviews, necessary test accommodations, the relationship between test results and neuroimaging findings, common disease conditions, and specific practical issues related to sleep disorders, pain, psychiatric impairment, and substance abuse. Addressing of common referral questions such as decision-making capacity and consideration of pertinent ethical issues also provides solid clinical advice to clinical practitioners and students. A list of resources to promote quality of life in the elderly and their families is also provided.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 576 pages
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis (October 10, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1841694436
• ISBN-13: 978-1841694436
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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