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Taylor and Francis Developmental Neuropsychology A Clinical Approach 2Nd Edition 2019 Edition by Vicki Anderson, Elisabeth Northam, Jacquie Wrennall
This fully updated edition of Developmental Neuropsychology: A Clinical Approach addresses key issues in child neuropsychology with a unique emphasis on evidence-informed clinical practice rather than research issues. Although research findings are presented, they are described with emphasis on what is relevant for assessment, treatment and management of paediatric conditions. The authors focus on a number of areas. First, the text examines the natural history of childhood central nervous system (CNS) insult, highlighting studies where children have been followed over time to determine the impact of injury on ongoing development. Second, processes of normal and abnormal cerebral and cognitive development are outlined and the concepts of brain plasticity and the impact of early CNS insult discussed. Third, using a number of common childhood CNS disorders as examples, the authors develop a model which describes the complex interaction among biological, psychosocial and cognitive factors in the brain-injured child. Finally, principles of evidence-based assessment, diagnosis and intervention are discussed. The text will be of use on advanced undergraduate courses in developmental neuropsychology, postgraduate clinical training programmes and for professionals working with children in clinical psychology, clinical neuropsychology and educational and rehabilitation contexts. The text is also an important reference for those working in paediatric research. The authorsAcknowledgementsPart 1: Defining the neurodevelopmental dimensionCh 1: Child neuropsychology: Theory and practice Ch 2: The Developing Brain Ch 3: Cognitive and social development Ch 4: Recovery from early brain insult Part 2: Childhood brain disordersCh 5: Genetic and metabolic brain disorders Ch 6: Structural disorders of the brain Ch 7: Perinatal brain insults Ch 8: Neurodevelopmental Disorders Ch 9: Childhood traumatic brain injury Ch 10: Childhood epilepsy Part 3: Child neuropsychological practiceCh 11: Child neuropsychological practice: Assessment Ch 12: Interventions for children with brain disorders