Developmental Neuropsychiatry: Volume 1: The Fundamentals

Inbunden, Engelska, 1996

Av James C. Harris, Maryland) Harris, James C., MD (Director, Developmental Neuropsychiatry, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Director, Developmental Neuropsychiatry, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore

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This comprehensive textbook is made up of two volumes, the first of which provides fundamental background information needed for understanding the neurodevelopmental disorders, while the second provides a comprehensive review of their assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Divided into nine parts, these books orovide a synthesis of recent developments in basic neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience, child development, and developmental psychopathology. The purpose of the book is to assist the professional working with developmental disorders to facilitate the mental growth and social adaptation of affected children and adolescents.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum1996-01-11
Mått171 x 241 x 19 mm
Vikt556 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
SerieDevelopmental Neuropsychiatry
Antal sidor288
FörlagOUP USA
ISBN9780195068245

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I. Basic Neural Science1: Molecular Neurobiology: The New Genetics2: Developmental Neuroanatomy3: Developmental Neurotransmitter Systems and Neuronal Signaling Mechanisms4: Sleep and Circadian Rhythms5: Genetic Aspects of NeuropsychiatryII. Cognitive Neuroscience6: Attention7: Emotion8: Language9: Memory10: Neural Networks11: ConsciousnessIII. The Developmental Perspective12: Ethology13: Cognitive Development14: Emotion Expression and Regulation15: Emergence of the Self16: Evolution of Language Development and Representation17: Temperament and Personality

The internal organization of both books is clear and nicely structured. The glossaries included at the end of some of the more technical chapters are particularly useful and welcome ... the philosophy behind this book is sound ... The material is well organized and there is a real need for an integrated text bringing together basic sciences and clinical expertise in neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders across the life span. This book is a step in the right direction.