Neurology and clinical neurophysiology Books

Book SynopsisNow in its Fifth Edition, Neuropsychological Assessment reviews the major neurobehavioral disorders associated with brain dysfunction and injury. This is the 35th anniversary of the landmark first edition. As with previous editions, this edition provides a comprehensive coverage of the field of adult clinical neuropsychology in a single source. By virtue of the authors'' clinical and research specializations, this book provides a broad-based and in-depth coverage of current neuroscience research and clinical neuropsychology practice. While the new edition is updated to include new features and topics, it remains true to the highly-regarded previous editions. Methods for obtaining optimum data are given in the form of hypothesis-testing techniques, clinical tips, and clinical examples. In the seven years since the previous edition, many advancements have been made in techniques for examining brain function and in our knowledge about brain-behavior relationships. For example, a surge of functional imaging data has emerged and new structural imaging techniques have provided exquisite detail about brain structure. For the first time, this edition includes examples of these advancements, many in stunning color. This edition also includes new tools for clinicians such as a neuroimaging primer and a comparison table of the neuropsychological features of progressive dementias. The chapters on assessment procedures include discussion of issues related to test selection and reviews of recently published as well as older test batteries used in general neuropsychological assessment, plus newly developed batteries for specific issues.Trade ReviewOverall this volume is well organized and provides a definitive guide for neuropsychological assessment. This 4th edition is a useful reference for clinicians and investigators concerned with the neurobehavioral aspects of neurological disease and injury, and it is indispensable for clinical neuropsychologists. * Journal of Neurosurgery *It is to the credit of these authors who have not only undertaken this monumental task, but have pulled it off in an altogether scholarly and professional way such that this new volume, much like its predecessor editions, and again takes its rightful place among the leading books in contemporary neuropsychology. * The Clinical Neuropsychologist *The book, often referred to as 'Lezak,' is without question the most widely-consulted source on neuropsychological assessment as a clinical enterprise. The fourth edition continues in the great tradition of its predecessors... * Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society *This is an update of what for almost three decades has been the classic textbook of clinical neuropsychological assessment. Neuropsychological Assessment (Fourth Edition) represents a monumental achievement by the authors and remains the most important text on clinical neuropsychological assessment. No practitioner or researcher should be without it. * ACNR *...the book is a veritable graduate course in the field of psychological assessment, and readers will find information chronicling the most effective ways psychologists have to evaluate and examine the inner workings of the brain. * The Electric Review *This is and will remain a very important and central book in clinical neuropsychology. No other current book dealing with the practice of adult clinical neuropsychology has as much to offer...A truly impressive achievement. * Journal of Clinical Neuropsychology (for the previous edition) *Hailed by many as the most comprehensive sourcebook in the field of neuropsychological assessment...It not only should serve as a reference, but also should be frequently referred to as a working textbook, occupying a central place on one's bookshelves. * Contemporary Psychology (for the previous edition) *No other textbook offers to integrate such a diversity of information on such a wide range of abnormal brain conditions...Lezak is to be congratulated for making substantial improvements in a previously excellent text. * Journal of Personality Assessment (for the previous edition) *Encompasses both theoretical and practical concerns in an eminently readable style punctuated by clinical anecdotes and case histories...There is no single source available today that is so comprehensive; its sheer volume also serves as a persuasive reminder of how fast this field has grown. * Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease (for the previous edition) *It is to the credit of these authors who have not only undertaken this monumental task, but have pulled it off in an altogether scholarly and professional way such that this new volume, much like its predecessor editions, and again takes its rightful place among the leading books in contemporary neuropsychology. * The Clinical Neuropsychologist (for the previous edition) *Overall this volume is well organized and provides a definitive guide for neuropsychological assessment. This 4th edition is a useful reference for clinicians and investigators concerned with the neurobehavioral aspects of neurological disease and injury, and it is indispensable for clinical neuropsychologists. * Journal of Neurosurgery (for the previous edition) *The book, often referred to as 'Lezak,' is without question the most widely-consulted source on neuropsychological assessment as a clinical enterprise. The fourth edition continues in the great tradition of its predecessors... * Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society (for the previous edition) *This is an update of what for almost three decades has been the classic textbook of clinical neuropsychological assessment. Neuropsychological Assessment (Fourth Edition) represents a monumental achievement by the authors and remains the most important text on clinical neuropsychological assessment. No practitioner or researcher should be without it. * ACNR (for the previous edition) *...the book is a veritable graduate course in the field of psychological assessment, and readers will find information chronicling the most effective ways psychologists have to evaluate and examine the inner workings of the brain. * The Electric Review (for the previous edition) *Table of ContentsPart I. THEORY AND PRACTICE OF NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT ; 1. The Practice of Neuropsychological Assessment ; 2. Basic Concepts ; 3. The Behavioral Geography of the Brain ; 4. The Rationale of Deficit Measurement ; 5. The Neuropsychological Examination ; 6. The Neuropsychological Examination: Interpretation ; 7. Neuropathology for Neuropsychologists ; 8. Neurobehavioral Variables and Diagnostic Issues ; Part II. A COMPENDIUM OF TESTS AND ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES ; 9. Orientation and Attention ; 10. Perception ; 11. Memory I: Tests ; 12. Memory II: Batteries, Paired Memory ; 13. Verbal Functions and Language Skills ; 14. Construction ; 15. Concept Formation and Reasoning ; 16. Executive Functions ; 17. Neuropsychological Assessment Batteries ; 18. Observational Methods, Rating Scales, and Inventories ; 19. Tests of Personal Adjustment and Emotional Functioning ; 20. Testing for Response Bias and Malingering ; Appendix 1: Neuroimaging Primer ; Appendix 2: Test Publishers and Distributors ; References ; Test Index ; Subject Index

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsCLINICAL NEUROSCIENCE 1 CHAPTER 2 CLINICAL NEUROANATOMY 11 CHAPTER 3 APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH NEUROLOGIC DISEASE 42 CHAPTER 4 MYOPATHIES 49 CHAPTER 5 NEUROMUSCULAR JUNCTION DISEASES 65 CHAPTER 6 PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHIES AND MOTOR NEURON DISEASES 76 CHAPTER 7 RADICULOPATHY AND DEGENERATIVE SPINE DISEASE 95 CHAPTER 8 MYELOPATHIES 103 CHAPTER 9 BRAIN STEM DISEASE 114 CHAPTER 10 CEREBELLAR DISEASE 128 CHAPTER 11 BASAL GANGLIA DISORDERS 137 CHAPTER 12 MOVEMENT DISORDERS 149 CHAPTER 13 AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM 167 CHAPTER 14 DEMYELINATING AND AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES 184 CHAPTER 15 ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT 191 CHAPTER 16 NON-ALZHEIMER'S DEMENTIAS 201 CHAPTER 17 NEUROPSYCHIATRY AND BEHAVIORAL NEUROLOGY 206 CHAPTER 18 CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASE 222 CHAPTER 19 NEUROCRITICAL CARE 234 CHAPTER 20 NEURO-ONCOLOGY 265 CHAPTER 21 HEADACHES 276 CHAPTER 22 SEIZURES AND EPILEPSY 301 CHAPTER 23 SLEEP DISORDERS 324 CHAPTER 24 NEUROLOGIC COMPLICATIONS OF SYSTEMIC DISEASE 336 CHAPTER 25 INFECTIOUS DISEASES OF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM 353 CHAPTER 26 NEUROGENETIC DISORDERS 369 CHAPTER 27 PAIN PROCESSING AND MODULATION 375 CHAPTER 28 PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY 389 CHAPTER 29 PSYCHIATRY IN NEUROLOGY 403 CHAPTER 30 NEURO-OTOLOGY 428 CHAPTER 31 ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAPHY 443 CHAPTER 32 ELECTROMYOGRAPHY 467 CHAPTER 33 NEUROPATHOLOGY 474

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Book SynopsisThere are over 800 neuromuscular disorders and this can leave clinicians feeling lost as they try to diagnose and manage patients. On the basis of 66 adult and paediatric neuromuscular case vignettes, readers will be walked through using case histories and clinical manifestations as a starting point for diagnosis. For each case, diagnostic tools, disease pathogenesis, prognosis and treatment options are discussed. Symptoms, signs and syndromes are cross-linked to help the reader navigate the array of disorders. Accompanying tables explain differential diagnoses and 30 videos demonstrate clinical features. This second edition has been thoroughly updated as the neuromuscular subspecialty has developed from clinically and pathologically descriptive to making use of new diagnostic technologies and therapies. Neurologists at all levels, paediatricians, internists, geneticists, rehabilitation physicians, physiotherapists and researchers in the field will find this an invaluable guide, as they seek to familiarise themselves with this complex range of disorders.

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Book SynopsisWhat you fuel your body with is at the heart of improving your health and this is even more true with the keep your brain fit. Eating the right foods can profoundly affect your cognitive function now and in the future. The Brain Boost Diet Plan is a 4-week diet to cleanse and renew your brain health. The latest research now clearly indicates the incredible importance that diet plays in reducing the risk of conditions such as cognitive decline, mood disorders, Alzheimer’s and depression. The Brain Boost Diet Plan addresses underlying imbalances in the body and brain that contribute to these conditions, such as inflammation, glycation, fatty acid imbalances, poor methylation and low nutritional status. These are highly technical dietary functions but expert nutritionist Christine Bailey makes it all easy to understand and put into practice. With a focus on beneficial fats and nutrient-dense everyday foods, the plan is made up of 100 delicious, easy recipes that are packed with nutrients designed to optimize brain health and function. It’s a delicious way to cleanse your brain of imbalances and nourish, energise and heal your brain for a sharper, calmer, healthier you.Trade Review"I haven’t had breakfast yet, and looking at these recipes with these gorgeous photos I find myself drooling! I want to eat everything that Christine’s written in this book...And the focus of ingredients that are brain friendly is exceptional. This will be a dog-eared book very quickly on your kitchen shelf. Highly recommended." --Tom O'Bryan, The Betrayal Series

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Book SynopsisThis book combines the complexities of neuro-ophthalmologic and neuro-otologic disorders into one concise guidebook. It focuses on the basics of these two challenging subspecialties, encountered by the neurologist, ophthalmologist, otolaryngologist, neurosurgeon, emergency medicine provider, and others. Comprehensive and succinct, the book contains chapters examining representative case vignettes that highlight typical historical elements and exam findings that aid in diagnosing a specific disease, disorder, or syndrome. Before each heading, chapters offer a brief review of relevant anatomy, physiology, and examination techniques. Additionally, symptom-based tables guide the practitioner to a focused history and examination for rapid real-time triage and diagnosis. Practical and case-based, Neuro-Ophthalmology and Neuro-Otology is an invaluable resource for practitioners, trainees, and residents in various fields.Trade Review“This book is a wealth of information about our niche, often overlooked, subspecialty delivered in this one comprehensive text. Daniel Gold is in a unique position, sitting firmly in both vestibular neurology and neuro-ophthalmology camps, and his expansive clinical knowledge in this regard is shared with clarity in this equally unique text. This book should sit proudly on the shelf (or e-shelf!) of all audiovestibular trainees like me and would also suit clinicians in multiple other allied specialties.” (Surangi Mendis, ENT & audiology news, entandaudiologynews.com, November 3, 2022)Table of ContentsSECTION 1 – PUPILS, EYELID, ORBIT, VISUAL PATHWAYS 1) Pupil i. Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques ii. Horner syndrome iii. 3rd nerve palsy iv. Tonic pupil 2) Eyelid i. Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques ii. Myasthenia gravis iii. Neurologic eyelid retraction (dorsal midbrain syndrome) iv. Eyelid spasms 3) Orbit/globe i. Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques ii. Thyroid eye disease iii. Eye pain (angle closure) iv. Red eye (CCF) 4) Retina i. Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques ii. Central retinal artery occlusion iii. Photopsias 5) Optic nerve i. Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques ii. NAION iii. Giant cell arteritis iv. Optic neuritis v. Papilledema 6) Chiasm i. Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques ii. Apoplexy iii. Pituitary tumor 7) Retro-chiasmal i. Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques ii. Optic tract iii. Lateral geniculate nucleus iv. Optic radiations v. Occipital lobe 8) Higher cortical visual disorders i. Posterior cortical atrophy ii. Hallucinations iii. Cortical blindness SECTION 2 – MOTILITY & OCULAR MOTOR DISORDERS 9) Subarachnoid space, cavernous sinus, orbital apex i. Subarachnoid space (multiple neoplastic cranial neuropathies) ii. Cavernous sinus (Tolosa Hunt) iii. Orbital apex (infectious) 10) Medulla i. Wallenberg syndrome ii. Chiari 11) Pons i. MLF ii. One-and-a-half syndrome iii. 6th nerve 12) Midbrain i. Parinaud syndrome ii. Nuclear 3rd nerve palsy iii. 4th nerve 13) Basal ganglia i. Progressive Supranuclear Palsy ii.Parkinson’s disease and convergence insufficiency iii. Huntington’s disease 14) Cerebellum i. Paraneoplastic (opsoclonus) ii.Spinocerebellar ataxia (downbeat nystagmus) SECTION 3 – VESTIBULAR DISORDERS 15) Acute vestibular syndrome - Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques i. Vestibular neuritis ii. Stroke 16) BPPV - Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques i. Posterior Canal ii. Horizontal Canal iii. Central Positional 17) Vestibular Migraine i. Dissection mimic 18) Ménière i. AICA mimic 19) Chronic vestibular i. Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness ii. Mal de Debarquement Syndrome 20) Episodic vestibular i. Superior Canal Dehiscence Syndrome ii. Vestibular paroxysmia iii. TIA SECTION 4 – NYSTAGMUS & OSCILLOPSIA 21) Anatomy, physiology, examination techniques 22) Nystagmus i. Downbeat nystagmus ii. Upbeat Nystagmus iii. Periodic Alternating Nystagmus iv. Oculopalatal Tremor v. Multiple Sclerosis-related Pendular vi. Gaze-evoked versus physiologic end point nystagmus 23) Saccadic intrusions i. Square Wave Jerks ii. Opsoclonus/Ocular Flutter 24) Oscillopsia i. Bilateral Vestibular Loss ii.Nystagmus/oscillations SECTION 5 – HELP ME NOW! A SYMPTOM BASED APPROACH 25) Vision loss 26) Anisocoria/fixed dilated pupil 27) Ptosis 28) Diplopia 29) Ophthalmoplegia 30) Abnormal eye movements 31) Acute prolonged vertigo 32) Episodic vertigo 33) Chronic dizziness

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Book SynopsisSelected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023! For more than 60 years, Merritt’s Neurology has remained a trusted landmark text in clinical neurology, providing unparalleled guidance on neurologic protocols, treatment guidelines, clinical pathways, therapeutic recommendations, and imaging. The fourteenth edition reflects the state of today’s practice, with fully updated content and timely new sections and chapters. With this edition, Dr. James Noble joins Drs. Elan Louis and Stephan A. Mayer as co-editor, all of whom trained at Columbia University where Dr. H. Houston Merritt wrote the initial editions of this book. Lauded for its comprehensive coverage, colorful and dynamic visual style, readability, and ease of use, this up-to-date reference is ideal for neurologists, primary care physicians, and residents alike. Contains more than 150 succinct chapters that offer essential information on signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, and neurologic disorders of all etiologies. Includes a new section on the global burden of neurological disease, coverage of neurological implications of COVID-19, and new chapters covering: Addiction Sepsis associated encephalopathy New treatment modalities of previously incurable disorders, including inherited neuromuscular diseases New treatments with improved efficacy and tolerability in acute stroke and multiple sclerosis, among others Incorporation of new emerging and established biomarkers into practice Helps you quickly navigate the text and easily visualize neurologic topics with a vivid, highly illustrated, full-color format throughout. Many figures and tables have been incorporated throughout the text for quick reference. Electronic versions of the book will feature a series of new “Need to Know Neurology” video clips that focus on key take-home messages. The textbook can also be bundled with Merritt’s Neurology Board Review, a forthcoming companion book with over 500 sample board review questions and answers. Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

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Book SynopsisSuitable for neuroscience students, this textbook offers an introduction to the essential concepts of neuroscience. It includes a comprehensive chapter on brain development; a summary of the techniques of brain research; a glossary of neuroscience terms; and is illustrated with over 130 color photographs and diagrams.

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Book SynopsisOffers a comprehensive presentation of the discipline of neuroscience, from molecules to cognition. This book builds from an introductory section that includes fundamental neuroanatomy and covers cellular and molecular neuroscience, development, sensory systems, motor systems, regulatory systems, and behavioral and cognitive neuroscience.Trade Review"Here in the fourth edition of this textbook, editors Squire, Berg, Bloom, du Lac, Ghosh, and Spitzer, all working scientists with backgrounds in various specialties in neuroscience, present extensive new material with all chapters updated and rewritten. The book is organized into seven sections with numerous chapters in each encompassing a comprehensive view of 21st century neuroscience…" --Reference and Research Book News, December 2013Table of ContentsSection I: Neuroscience - Fundamentals of Neuroscience / Basic Plan of the Nervous System Section II: Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience - Cellular Components of Nervous Tissue / Subcellular Organization of the Nervous System: Organelles and Their Functions / Membrane Potential and Action Potential / Neurotransmitters / Release of Neurotransmitters / Neurotransmitter Receptors / Intracellular Signaling / Postsynaptic Potentials and Synaptic Integration / Information Processing in Dendrites / Brain Energy Metabolism Section III: Nervous System Development - Neural Induction and Pattern Formation / Cellular Determination / Neurogenesis and Migration / Growth Cones and Axon Pathfinding / Synapse Formation / Programmed Cell Death and Neurotrophic Factors / Synapse Elimination / Dendritic Development / Experience-dependent Plasticity Section IV: Sensory Systems - Fundamentals of Sensory Systems / Chemical Senses: Taste and Olfaction / The Somatosensory System / Audition / Vision Section V: Motor Systems - Fundamentals of Motor Systems / The Spinal and Peripheral Motor System / Descending Control of Movement / The Basal Ganglia / Cerebellum / Eye Movements Section VI: Regulatory Systems - The Hypothalamus: An Overview of Regulatory Systems / Central Control of Autonomic Functions: Organization of the Autonomic Nervous System / Neural Control of Breathing / Food Intake and Metabolism / Water Intake and Body Fluids / Neuroendocrine Systems / Circadian Timekeeping / Sleep, Dreaming, and Wakefulness / Reward, Motivation, and Addiction Section VII: Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience - Human Brain Evolution / Cognitive Development and Aging / Visual Perception of Objects / Spatial Cognition / Attention / Learning and Memory: Basic Mechanisms / Learning and Memory: Brain Systems / Language and Communication / The Prefrontal Cortex and Executive Brain Functions / Consciousness

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Clinicians always aim for the best practice for the benefit of their patients in front of them. In order to fulfil this aim they need to apply their own clinical experience, but must be abreast with the expanding knowledge and means available to them for the most appropriate investigations for the problem. The field of imaging has been advancing at a rate never seen before. The developments in the technology have made it possible to refine imaging even of very young children. Greater understanding of normal structures and functions are emerging. Clinician would love to grasp that knowledge the contributors of the third edition of FUNDAMENTALS OF PEDIATRIC IMAGING have complied in this very manageable size with relevant information in simple language detailing the findings and outlining the context of each imaging. This book will add to the richness of any reference material accessible to the students and practitioners across the various disciplines of Pediatrics. Illustrations and salient points about the conditions makes this book a great quick reference material for anyone practicing Pediatrics. A short introduction of the techniques available, a cross-section of congenital aberrations and peculiar findings from examination of various organ systems in Pediatric age group have been illustrated. It certainly helps to know what imaging to order and to correctly interpret the findings and communicate with clarity with colleagues working in the teams. Imaging of various systems from Musculoskeletal system, Airways, neuro, GI and Genito urinary systems are very well covered and will be particularly of interest to Community pediatricians for comprehensively deal with their patients." --BACCH NewsletterTable of Contents1. Special Considerations in Pediatric Imaging 2. Airway 3. Chest 4. Cardiac 5. Gastrointestinal 6. Genitourinary 7. Musculoskeletal 8. Neuro

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Book SynopsisHow does the brain work? How different is a human brain from other creatures'' brains? Is the human brain still evolving? In this fascinating book, Michael O''Shea provides a non-technical introduction to the main issues and findings in current brain research, and gives a sense of how neuroscience addresses questions about the relationship between the brain and the mind. Chapters tackle subjects such as brain processes, perception, memory, motor control and the causes of ''altered mental states''. A final section discusses possible future developments in neuroscience, touching on artificial intelligence, gene therapy, the importance of the Human Genome Project, drugs by design, and transplants. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Trade Review'O'Shea writes with real enthusiasm.' * The Guardian *Table of Contents1. Mind and brain: what's the problem? ; 2. Let's get physical ; 3. Sight, sound, and imagination ; 4. "Last week's potatoes!" ; 5. Perception to action ; 6. Altered states of mind ; 7. Where do we go from here?

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Book SynopsisWhy We Forget uses the science of memory to empower you with the knowledge you need to remember better, whether you are a college student looking to ace your next exam, a business professional preparing a presentation, or a healthcare worker needing to memorize the 600+ muscles in the human body.Trade ReviewThis book is an essential read for all those concerned with memory loss and should be a part of all collections in the behavioral and social sciences. * Library Journal *In "Why we Forget", memory experts Andrew Budson and Elizabeth Kensinger provide readers with a practical and clearly explained masterclass in how memory works and how to keep it working well as we age. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand and maximize their memory functions. * Wendy Suzuki, Ph.D., Professor of Neural Science and Psychology, New York University and Internally Bestselling Author of Healthy Brain Happy Life and Good Anxiety *In this highly readable book, two authorities on the science of memory and the brain unpack everything you could want to know about memory and memory disorders. You will find surprising answers here to fascinating puzzles - for example, why we form false memories, why someone with Alzheimer's disease remembers how to play the piano but forgets the names of family members, how to distinguish between memory decline due to normal aging and disorders of memory, and why sleep is so important for memory. In addition, the authors describe evidence-based ways to remember better and to defend against false memories. * Ellen Winner, Ph.D., Professor Emerita at Boston College and author of the bestselling book, How Art Works: A Psychological Exploration *Budson and Kensinger have done a marvelous job creating an accessible summary of the wide-ranging field of memory research. A perfect place to start for anyone interested in understanding this fundamental human capacity. * Joshua Foer, B.A., Author of bestselling book Moonwalking with Einstein *This book delivers on all fronts. Written by two of the most eminent memory scientists in the world, the book draws in the reader immediately - engaging both the practitioners of the science of memory as well as those who are new to memory research. The reader is presented with many relatable, everyday examples and practical tips, and with concrete steps that unfold and explain complex theories of memory and forgetting. The authors cover a wide range of representative phenomena about when memory works and when it fails. The book delves into the neuroscience of memory and effects of aging at one end, strategies for improving memory at the other, and many key topics in between. I want this book for my memory course, and for my family and friends who are curious about how memory works. * Suparna Rajaram, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Cognitive Science at Stony Brook University *Everyone knows how memory works, we have our own experiences of remembering and forgetting to go on. But the science of memory, as Budson and Kensinger engagingly recount, teaches us so much more—how it really works and how it doesn't. And how this scientifically grounded knowledge enriches our understanding of our own minds. * Ken Paller, Ph.D., Padilla Chair and Director of the Cognitive Neuroscience Program at Northwestern University *the book is worth the time for anyone wanting a better understanding of how memory works. Recommended. All readers. * Choice *Table of ContentsForeword, Daniel Schacter Preface Part 1: All the ways to remember Chapter 1: Memory is not one thing Chapter 2: Travel back in time Chapter 3: Keep it in mind Chapter 4: Muscle memory Chapter 5: Our store of knowledge Chapter 6: What we remember together Part 2: Remembering the days of our lives Chapter 7: Do you need to try to remember? Chapter 8: Get it into your memory - and keep it there Chapter 9: Retrieve that memory Chapter 10: Associate information Chapter 11: Control what you forget and remember Chapter 12: Are you sure that's not a false memory? Part 3: When there is too little memory - or too much Chapter 13: Just normal aging - or is it Alzheimer's disease? Chapter 14: What else can go wrong with your memory Chapter 15: When you can't forget Chapter 16: Those who can remember everything Part 4: How to remember better Chapter 17: Exercise, exercise, exercise Chapter 18: Diet, alcohol, and drugs Chapter 19: Sleep Chapter 20: Do the right things Chapter 21: Use strategies Chapter 22: Use memory aids Chapter 23: Putting it all together Appendix: Twelve tips to remember better Acknowledgments References About the Authors Index

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Book SynopsisThe sixth edition of Introduction to Clinical Neurology continues to present a straightforward and systematic approach to diagnosing diseases of the nervous system. Extensively revised to reflect medical advances and now including supplementary tables for quick reference, this engaging textbook explains the neurologic diseases and presenting symptoms that clinicians are likely to encounter in daily practice. It also provides streamlined summaries of clinically relevant nervous system pathways to help non-neurologists deduce the site of dysfunction. Each chapter begins with a set of clinical vignettes and associated questions, which are discussed at the end of the chapter. The final chapter provides twelve additional clinical vignettes and accompanying questions intended to allow the reader to practice applying the principles of localization and diagnostic reasoning covered in the first three chapters, and to review some of the specific disorders covered throughout the book.

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Book SynopsisThis book allows the movement disorder clinician or therapist access to concise, practical, comprehensive and expert information on movement disorder diagnosis and treatment, in a convenient handbook form.Trade ReviewReview from previous edition 'The individual segments are well-edited, illustrative, and accompanied by excellent narration.' * Neurology *'The book's clinical focus and detailed sections on theraputics are its biggest assets.' * Neeraj Kumar, MD, Neurology *'...a comprehensive, portable, and robust reference on Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders...a more useful way of accessing movement disorders-related information than even Google. Recommended.' * ACNR *Table of Contents1. Approach to patients with movement disorders ; 2. Anatomy and function of the basal ganglia ; 3. Parkinson's disease ; 4. Atypical parkinsonism ; 5. Tremor ; 6. Tics ; 7. Chorea ; 8. Myoclonus ; 9. Dystonia ; 10. Drug-induced movement disorders ; 11. Paroxysmal movement disorders ; 12. Movement disorders and ataxia ; 13. Movement disorders and sleep ; 14. Other dyskinetic syndromes ; 15. Functional (Psychogenic) movement disorders ; 16. Startle and stiff-person syndromes

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Book SynopsisStroke is the second most common cause of death worldwide. This fully-updated new edition provides clear facts and practical advice as to why strokes occur and how they can be prevented. Supplemented with case studies, the book concentrates on important facts, reliable evidence, practical advice, and up-to-date treatments.Trade ReviewReview from previous edition ... an interesting addition to the available material for patient information ... very comprehensive ... useful to anyone wanting to understand a long-term condition - and that would include medical staff. * Pulse GP Magazine *This isn't a 'soft' book on stroke that holds the hand of the reader from diagnosis to treatment - it's dry, full of medical studies and hits you with the facts. But don't let this put you off. Full of tips on how to recognise stroke and the latest in research into therapies, it's well worth persevering with. * Ros Holness in The Daily Mail *This engaging little book is highly readable and packed with up-to-date information ... it covers clearly, concisely and quite comprehensively the aspects of risk factor management, causes and pathology of stroke, ... and answers many questions that would benefit the patients themselves. ... It would be an invaluable aid to junior doctors working on a stroke unit, and it clearly deserves a space on the bookshelf. * Diane Ames, Age and Ageing *Table of Contents1: What is stroke? 2: How common is stroke? 3: Who gets strokes? 4: The causes of stroke 5: What can be done for people who have a stroke? 6: Rehabilitation after stroke 7: Living after stroke 8: How do you prevent stroke?

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Book SynopsisThis handbook is for nurses needing practical guidance in clinical situations, either as an aide memoire for the specialist nurse, or an essential reference source for newly qualified nurses caring for people with neurological problems for the first time.Table of Contents1: Policy influences on neuroscience practice 2: Underpinning neuroanatomy and physiology 3: Neurological assessment 4: Neurological investigations 5: Common drugs and treatments 6: Neurological emergencies 7: Common problems and symptoms 8: Long-term neurological conditions 9: Neurosurgery nursing 10: Neuroscience critical care 11: Neurorehabilitation 12: Legal and ethical issues 13: Complementary therapies 14: Paediatric neuroscience care

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Book SynopsisHuntington''s disease is a genetically inherited condition which results in severe nerve-cell damage in the brain. The hereditary and debilitative nature of the disease means that many people are involved either directly or indirectly by this condition. This book has been written for patients and the families and carers of people with Huntington''s disease (HD). It provides an accessible introduction to the condition that explains the physical, behavioural, and emotional features of the disease, the important role of genetics and options for those at risk of developing the condition, plus advice on managing and treating symptoms. Patient perspectives are included throughout, offering real-life accounts from people who have or know someone with the condition.This new edition has been fully updated to include all the latest research in HD. It gives more detail on the standard treatments, as well as explaining new trials aimed at reducing the level of the abnormal protein (huntingtin) in Table of Contents1: Facts and figures about Huntington's disease 2: The physical features of Huntington's disease 3: Behavioural and emotional aspects of Huntington's disease 4: Juvenile Huntington's Disease and Paediatric Huntington's Disease 5: The genetics of Huntington's disease 6: Laboratory testing 7: Genetic counselling: a new diagnosis in the family 8: Genetic counselling for unaffected family members 9: Changes in the brain 10: Treatment of HD 11: What causes selective nerve cell damage? 12: Clinical research Glossary

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive introduction to using the tools and techniques of neuroscience to understand how consumers make decisions about purchasing goods and services.Contrary to the assumptions of economists, consumers are not always rational actors who make decisions in their own best interests. The new field of behavioral economics draws on the insights of psychology to study non-rational decision making. The newer field of consumer neuroscience draws on the findings, tools, and techniques of neuroscience to understand how consumers make judgments and decisions. This book is the first comprehensive treatment of consumer neuroscience, suitable for classroom use or as a reference for business and marketing practitioners.After an overview of the field, the text offers the background on the brain and physiological systems necessary for understanding how they work in the context of decision making and reviews the sensory and perceptual mechanisms that govern our perception and ex

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Book SynopsisPresents the priorities recommended by the Institute of Medicine's Committee on Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies Assessment of Relevant Science for research and investment. This book also provides reference on Transmissible spongiform encephalopathies, also called prion diseases, which are fatal neurodegenerative infectious diseases.Table of Contents1 Front Matter; 2 Executive Summary; 3 Summary; 4 1 Introduction; 5 2 Prion Diseases: An Overview; 6 3 Basic Biomedical Research on Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies; 7 4 Diagnostics for Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies; 8 5 Testing Blood for Evidence of Agents of Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies; 9 6 Surveillance for Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies in the United States; 10 7 Assessment of Strategies to Prevent and Treat Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies; 11 8 Infrastructure for Research on Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies; 12 9 Risks of Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies to the U.S. Military; 13 Appendix A: Agendas of Open Sessions of Committee Meetings; 14 Appendix B: Biographical Sketches; 15 Glossary; 16 Color Plates

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"The book covers the basic gross anatomy with histopathology and etiopathogenesis of different types of strokes. The best aspect is the very well organized elaboration of disease characteristics with pathophysiological changes through to treatment." -© Doody's Review Service,2021,Ram K Saha, M.D. (Thomas Jefferson University) Score: 92-4 Stars!Table of ContentsSection 1 Pathophysiology Introduction 1. Cerebral Vascular Biology in Health and Disease 2. Mechanisms of Thrombosis and Thrombolysis 3. Cerebral Blood Flow and Metabolism: Regulation and Pathophysiology in Cerebrovascular Disease 4. Histopathology of Brain Tissue Response to Stroke and Injury 5. Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Ischemia-Induced Neuronal Death 6. Intracellular Signaling: Mediators and Protective Responses 7. The Neurovascular Unit and Responses to Ischemia 8. Mechanisms of Damage After Cerebral Hemorrhage 9. White Matter Pathophysiology 10. Cerebral Ischemia and Inflammation 11. Mechanisms of Plasticity, Remodeling and Recovery 12. Genetics and Vascular Biology of Brain Vascular Malformations 13. Gliovascular Mechanisms and White Matter Injury in Vascular Cognitive Impairment and Dementia Section 2 Epidemiology and Risk Factors Introduction 14. Global Burden of Stroke 15. Stroke Disparities 16. Risk Factors and Prevention 17. Prognosis after Stroke 18. Vascular Dementia and Cognitive Impairment 19. Genetic Basis of Stroke Occurrence, Prevention and Outcome Section 3 Clinical Manifestations Introduction 20. Classification of Ischemic Stroke 21. Clinical Scales to Assess Patients with Stroke 22. Carotid Artery Disease 23. Anterior Cerebral Artery Disease 24. Middle Cerebral Artery Disease 25. Posterior Cerebral Artery Disease 26. Vertebrobasilar Disease 27. Lacunar Syndromes, Lacunar Infarcts, and Cerebral Small-Vessel Disease 28. Intracerebral Hemorrhage 29. Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage 30. Arteriovenous Malformations and Other Vascular Anomalies 31. Stroke and Other Vascular Syndromes of the Spinal Cord Section 4 Specific Conditions and Stroke Introduction 32. Cardiac Diseases 33. Atherosclerotic Disease of the Proximal Aorta 34. Stroke Related to Surgery and Other Procedures 35. Arterial Dissection, Fibromuscular Dysplasia, and Carotid Web 36. Inflammatory and Infectious Vasculopathies 37. Reversible Cerebral Vasoconstriction Syndromes 38. Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome 39. Stroke and Substance Abuse 40. Moyamoya Disease 41. Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy 42. Hematologic Disorders and Stroke 43. Migraine and Stroke 44. Cryptogenic Stroke 45. Cerebral Venous Thrombosis Section 5 Diagnostic Studies Introduction 46. Ultrasonography 47. Computed Tomography-Based Evaluation of Cerebrovascular Disease 48. Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Cerebrovascular Diseases 49. Cerebral Angiography 50. OMICs in Stroke: Insight into stroke through epigenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, lipidomics, and metabolomics Section 6 Therapy Part A: Medical Therapy Introduction 51. Stroke Systems of Care and Impact on Acute Stroke Treatment 52. Prehospital and Emergency Department Care of the Patient with Acute Stroke 53. Intravenous Thrombolysis 54. Antithrombotic Therapy for Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke 55. General Stroke Management and Stroke Units 56. Critical Care of the Patient with Acute Stroke, 57. Pharmacologic Modification of Acute Cerebral Ischemia 58. Treatment of "Other" Stroke Etiologies 59. Medical Therapy of Intracerebral and Intraventricular Hemorrhage 60. Rehabilitation and Recovery of the Patient with Stroke 61. Interventions to Improve Recovery after Stroke 62. Enhancing Stroke Recovery with Cellular Therapies 63. Antiplatelet Therapy for Secondary Prevention of Stroke 64. Secondary Prevention of Cardioembolic Stroke 65. Design of Stroke-Related Clinical Trials Part B: Interventional Therapy Introduction 66. Endovascular Therapy of Extracranial and Intracranial Occlusive Disease 67. Endovascular Treatment of Acute Ischemic Stroke 68. Endovascular Treatment of Intracranial Aneurysms 69. Interventional Therapy of Brain and Spinal Arteriovenous Malformations 70. Dural Arteriovenous Malformations Part C: Surgical Therapy Introduction 71. Surgery of Anterior and Posterior Aneurysms 72. Surgery for Intracerebral Hemorrhage 73. Management of Intraventricular Hemorrhage 74. Surgical Management of Cranial and Spinal Arteriovenous Malformations 75. Surgical Management of Cavernous Malformations and Venous Anomalies 76. Indications for Carotid Endarterectomy in Patients with Asymptomatic and Symptomatic Carotid Stenosis 77. Extracranial to Intracranial Bypass for Cerebral Ischemia 78. Decompressive Craniectomy for Infarction and Hemorrhage

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1 Anatomy and physiology of the peripheral nervous system. Chapter 2 Neurological evaluation including history and clinical examination, and diagnostic tests which include electromyography, laboratory studies, histology, genetic testing and imaging. Chapter 3 Therapies of neuromuscular disorders describe different treatments which include: Painful neuropathies. Dysautonomic neuropathy. Immunotherapy in neuromuscular diseases. Novel genetic therapies Case Studies: at least 100 neuromuscular cases which include description of the patients, differential diagnosis description of electrodiagnostic and histological tests and discussion of the disease and therapies.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSection 1 Background Knowledge 1 Guiding Principles in Neurological Rehabilitation 2 Clinical Reasoning in Neurological Physiotherapy: Assessment and Treatment Principles 3 Common Impairments and the Impact on Activity 4 Observation and Analysis of Movement 5 Measurement Tools 6 Goal Setting in Rehabilitation Section 2 Management of Specific Conditions 7 Stroke 8 Traumatic Brain Injury 9 Spinal Cord Injury 10 Multiple Sclerosis 11 Parkinson's 12 Inherited Neurological Conditions 13 Motor Neurone Disease 14 Polyneuropathies 15 Neuromuscular Disorders 16 Functional Motor Disorders 17 Vestibular Rehabilitation Section 3 Specific Management 18 Respiratory Management 19 Self-Management 20 Neurorehabilitation Technologies 21 Falls and Their Management 22 Physical Activity and Exercise in Neurological Rehabilitation 23 Pain Management 24 Clinical Neuropsychology in Rehabilitation 25 Selected Topics in Physical Management for Neurological Conditions Appendix: Answers to Self-Assessment Questions Abbreviations Index

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Book SynopsisThe most authoritative and comprehensive guide on RLS to date, this expertly written source examines the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of a condition affecting nearly 10% of the population. Ranging from basic science to therapeutics, Restless Legs Syndrome analyzes the many new and emerging medications impacting the management of this disorder and strives to address the explosion of research in the field.Table of ContentsOverview of Sleep. The Brain's Dopamine Systems. Circadian Physiology. Systemic Iron Regulation. The Physiology of RLS. Progress in the Animal Modeling of RLS. Pathology of RLS. Genetics of RLS. Consequences of Sleep Deprivation. Diagnostic Criteria and Differential Diagnosis. Occurrence of RLS. Childhood-Onset RLS. Periodic Limb Movement of Sleep. Quality of Life in RLS. Patient Perspectives. Iron Deficiency-Associated RLS. Renal Failure. Neuropathy/Myelopathy. Pregnancy. Parkinson's Disease. Iatrogenic RLS. Other RLS Associations. Treatment Overview. Dopaminergic Treatment of RLS. Dopaminergic Augmentation. Opioid Treatment of RLS. Iron Therapy in RLS. Other Therapies in RLS. Future Directions.

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Book SynopsisFood knowledge is power!Trade Review"In this factual feast, neuroscientist Rachel Herz probes humanity's fiendishly complex relationship with food from the inside out." -- Nature"... fascinating new book..." -- The Daily Mail"Why You Eat What You Eat, a Freakonomics for the foodie generation, reveals not only how many aspects of psychology shape our relationship with food, but how food can also shape our relationships with each other." -- I paper"Dr Herz's latest book pulling together all the latest strands of research is called Why You Eat What You Eat and it's incredible reading." -- Candis

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Book SynopsisCollections of new developments bringing the Polyvagal Theory into practice.

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Book SynopsisFrom a distinguished teacher and scholar, this beautifully illustrated and lucidly written book reveals the beauty of the organ that makes us uniquely human.

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Book SynopsisA pioneering neuroscientist argues that we are more than our brains To many, the brain is the seat of personal identity and autonomy. But the way we talk about the brain is often rooted more in mystical conceptions of the soul than in scientific fact. This blinds us to the physical realities of mental function. We ignore bodily influences on our psychology, from chemicals in the blood to bacteria in the gut, and overlook the ways that the environment affects our behavior, via factors varying from subconscious sights and sounds to the weather. As a result, we alternately overestimate our capacity for free will or equate brains to inorganic machines like computers. But a brain is neither a soul nor an electrical network: it is a bodily organ, and it cannot be separated from its surroundings. Our selves aren''t just inside our heads -- they''re spread throughout our bodies and beyond. Only once we come to terms with this can we grasp the true nature of our humanity.

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Book SynopsisAs Dr. Mark Goulston tells his patients who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), The fact that you're still afraid doesn't mean you're in any danger. It just takes the will and the way for your heart and soul to accept what the logical part of your mind already knows. In Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder For Dummies, Dr.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part I: The Basics of PTSD. Chapter 1. The Invisible Epidemic of PTSD. Chapter 2. Aftershock: When the Past Won't Stay in the Past. Chapter 3. Spotting the Clues: Signs and Symptoms of PTSD. Chapter 4. First Response: Preventive Treatments for PTSD. Part II: Getting a Diagnosis and Drafting a Plan. Chapter 5. Getting Answers: Finding Out Whether You Have PTSD. Chapter 6. Building Your Treatment Team. Chapter 7. Setting the Stage for Recovery: The First Steps Toward Healing. Part III: Choosing the Right Treatment Approach. Chapter 8. Putting PTSD in Its Place with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Chapter 9. The Role of Medication in Treating PTSD. Chapter 10. Additional Paths to Wellness: Drawing on the Power of Mind and Body. Part IV: Healing and Rebuilding during and after Treatment. Chapter 11. The Journey Back: What to Expect. Chapter 12. Helping Yourself Heal Your Body, Mind , and Soul. Chapter 13. Caring for Your Loved Ones While They Care for You. Chapter 14. Getting Your Life Back on Track. Part V: Stepping In: When You're Not the One Who's Suffering. Chapter 15. Getting Help for a Child with PTSD. Chapter 16. Supporting a Loved One with PTSD. Part VI: The Part of Tens. Chapter 17. The Ten Most Common Myths about PTSD. Chapter 18. Ten Ways to Recognize that You're Getting Better. Appendix: PTSD Resources. Index.

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Book Synopsis''Completely compelling and powerful, and hard to put down.'' Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, prize-winning author of Inventing Ourselves: The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain- Who are we if our brain fails?- How do we think?- How do we feel?- How do we move, if we move at all? - What happens when we lose our mind?When renowned neuroscientist Barbara Lipska''s melanoma spread to her brain it started to play tricks on her. The expert on mental illness - a specialist in how the brain operates - experienced what it is like to go mad. Analyzing the science of the mind and the biology of the brain alongisde Dr Lipska''s own extraordinary story, this is a fascinating account of what happens when the brain goes awry.''Oliver Sacks-meets-When Breath Becomes Air ... Barbara Lipska''s remarkable story illuminates the many mysteries of our fragile yet resilient brains.'' Lisa Genova, bestselling author of Still Alice and Every Note PlayedTrade ReviewFascinating and irresistibly page-turning, The Neuroscientist Who Lost Her Mind is an Oliver Sacks-meets-When Breath Becomes Air account of insanity caused by over a dozen brain tumors. Barbara Lipska's remarkable story illuminates the many mysteries of our fragile yet resilient brains and through her harrowing journey of recovery, she shows us that nothing is impossible. * Lisa Genova, bestselling author of Still Alice and Every Note Played *In this fascinating book, a neuroscientist describes the terrifying symptoms she suffered as a result of multiple brain tumours. We learn about how the brain can produce bizarre and bewildering symptoms from the point of view of someone who has personal experience of aspects of the mental illness that she spends her life studying... Completely compelling and powerful, and hard to put down. * Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, author of Inventing Ourselves: The Secret Life of the Teenage Brain *A spellbinding investigation into the mysteries of the human brain, led by a scientist whose tenacity is as remarkable as her story. * Amanda Ripley, New York Times bestselling author of The Smartest Kids in the World and The Unthinkable *A superb memoir from a highly respected neuroscientist ... [a] remarkable account of sanity lost and regained. * Dr Frank Vertosick, author of When the Air Hits Your Brain: Tales from Neurosurgery *A riveting science story about how brains go bad, interwoven with the remarkable personal story of one brain going spectacularly bad. A total nail-biter. * Lisa Sanders, New York Times bestselling author of Every Patient Tells a Story *

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Book Synopsis''An excellent book, the most objective short account I know of all the various approaches to depression.'' Anthony Storr Several years ago, Lewis Wolpert had a severe episode of depression. Despite a happy marriage and successful scientific career, he could think only of suicide. When he did recover, he became aware of the stigma attached to depression - and just how difficult it was to get reliable information. With characteristic candour and determination he set about writing this book, an acclaimed investigation into the causes and treatments of depression, which formed the basis for a BBC TV series.This paperback edition features a new introduction, in which Wolpert discusses the reaction to his book and BBC series, and recounts his own recurring struggle with depression.Trade Review"'An excellent book, the most objective short account I know of all the various approaches to depression.' Anthony Storr 'Erudite, scholarly, sober and stylish.' Anthony Clare, Sunday Times"

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Book SynopsisPsychopaths continue to be demonised by the media and estimates suggest that a disturbing percentage of the population has psychopathic tendencies. This timely and controversial new book summarises what we already know about psychopathy and antisocial behavior and puts forward a new case for its cause - with far-reaching implications.Trade Review“The psychopath always fascinates, and this new book rises to the challenge of its subject. The book exhaustively covers everything known about psychopathy to date. It also brings an exciting new theory, exploring the neuro-biological underpinnings of psychopaths’ broken emotions. The Psychopath will be an engrossing read for any clinician, scientist or student who wants to understand that mysterious individual, the criminal psychopath.” Terrie Moffitt, Institute of Psychiatry, London “A gem of a contribution to the field of psychopathy, this wonderful resource provides a highly coherent and integrative review of developments in cognitive and affective neuroscience and their implications for understanding the nature of psychopathy. The authors are passionate about their research and this book presents their personal assessment of the field in a remarkably powerful, readable, and detailed manner. The book is an extraordinary accomplishment and a boon for the field.” Joseph Newman, Department of Psychology, University of Wisconsin “This timely book represents an exciting new synthesis which has taken into account emerging data on the biology of psychopathy, including its neurocognitive basis. The authors lucidly describe discoveries about emotional processing in psychopaths and new thinking about its psychiatric nosology. They have performed a notable service in providing this highly readable survey, which summarises objectively the strengths and weaknesses of various theoretical accounts, including their own, and the implications for forensic, adult and child psychiatry.” Trevor Robbins, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Cambridge “A comprehensive summary of recent research on the cognitive, emotional, and neurological correlates to psychopathy. One of the few resources to consider the manifestations of psychopathy throughout the lifespan.” Professor Paul J. Frick, Director, Applied Developmental Psychology Program, University of New Orleans "the book as a whole contains a wealth of information and insight that make it an excellent avenue into the current state of knowledge and thinking about psychopathy. The authors' scholarship is unquestionable, and they bring together an exceptional amount of information within a manageable number of pages...The book will provoke considerable thought from students, practitioners, and researchers who will have to integrate their thinking on this vital topic." David Nussbaum, PsycCRITIQUESTable of ContentsList of figures and tables vi Acknowledgements viii 1 What is Psychopathy? 1 2 The Background Facts 18 3 What is the Ultimate Cause of Psychopathy? 28 4 The Psychopathic Individual: The Functional Impairment 47 5 Cognitive Accounts of Psychopathy 67 6 Neural Accounts of Psychopathy 81 7 A Neurocognitive Account of Reactive Aggression 96 8 A Neurocognitive Account of Psychopathy 110 9 Conundrums and Conclusions 141 References 156 Subject index 187 Author index 196

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Book SynopsisThis practical guide to diagnostic tests, advanced treatments, medication management, research protocols, and best practice standards is a quick and handy reference for the advanced practice nurse caring for stroke patients. Fast Facts About Stroke Care for the Advanced Practice Nurse serves as an instructive resource for advanced practice providers not specializing in neurology or neurocritical care but who are increasingly called upon to care for patients suffering from stroke while integrating into a multidisciplinary stroke team.This new book provides foundational information on the anatomy and physiology of the stroke patient, as well as diagnostic and assessment tools and details on treatment and education. In addition, the book provides important information on critical care, pharmacology, end-of-life management, and research, as well as examining the role of the advanced practice provider who is integrating within the core stroke team. Fast Facts About Stroke Care for the Advanced Practice Nurse provides advanced practice nurses with the essential knowledge they will need to successfully care for stroke patients while adapting into their role on the core stroke team.Key Features: Reflects the most current standards of the American Heart Association, American Stroke Association, and the leading certifying organizations Foundational information on stroke care, anatomy, and physiology Comprehensive review of diagnostic studies and treatments Information on stroke research protocols, pharmacology, and end-of-life management Advanced level resource for new and seasoned advanced practice providers

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 1989. This rich and exciting book draws together a wide range of theoretical conceptualizations, current research, and clinical understanding to provides up-to-date and comprehensive account yet available of traumatic stress and its consequences. John Wilson integrates complex theoretical frameworks from Freud to Seligman, Horowitz to Selye, to paint a powerful explanatory picture of the interaction between trauma, person, and post-trauma environment.Table of ContentsPreface SECTION I: THEORY 1. A Person-Environment Approach to Traumatic Stress Reactions 2. The Psychobiology of Trauma 3. Culture and Trauma: The Sacred Pipe Revisited. SECTION II: EMPIRICAL SUPPORT 4. Stress Sensitivity and Psychopathology 5. Assessing the Construct of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder 6. The Day of Infamy: The Legacy of Pearl Harbor SECTION III: CLINICAL APPUCATIONS 1. Reconnecting: Stress Recovery in the Wilderness 8. Intervention and Principles of Treatment 9. In the Arms of Justice

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Book SynopsisThis book explains clearly how aging is not inevitable, as not everyone gets to grow to an old age. Aging is therefore an opportunity which we must cherish. This book clearly presents the four interdependent factors which can influence and enhance our aging.Trade Review''One excellent way to improve memory is through stories', Prof. Friedland states in his book. And this book is not short of stories about our own, human, story. These enjoyable and informative stories stem from Prof. Friedland's vast clinical and neuroscience experience, shared in an entertaining and yet highly scientific manner. He encourages us to be an active participant in our own care and fierce in the pursuit of what's best for us and our health. In unrevealing the complex story of ageing and demystifying the ageing process, we are served with simple, scientifically based tips how to un-age. Please use them throughout your own (ageing) life and build your own stories each day.' Elizabeta Mukaetova-Ladinska, University of Leicester'[A] comprehensive health guide to maintaining fitness in mind and body through the decades.' Diane Cole, A Wall Street Journal Best Book about Aging and RetirementTable of ContentsList of Figures and Tables; Preface; Part I. Foundations: What Do We Need to Know About Optimal Aging?: 1.1 Aging is not inevitable, it is an opportunity; 1.2 The theory of the multiple reserve factors; 1.3 The Brain is not an organ, it is the Master; 1.4 Memory and cognition; 1.5 The neurodegenerative diseases of aging; 1.6 Stroke and vascular cognitive impairment; 1.7 Other dementias; 1.8 Our microbiota and how to do gene therapy in the kitchen; 1.9 The health of the body and your physical reserve factor; 1.10 Depression, anxiety and what good is feeling bad?; 1.11 Genetics aren't everything; Part II. Applications: What Can We Do About the Opportunity of Aging?: 2.1 Overview; 2.2 Physical activity; 2.3 Whole body health; 2.4 Mental activity; 2.5 Psychological measures; 2.6 Social factors; 2.7 Dealing with stress; 2.8 Sleep; 2.9 Diet; 2.10 Microbial considerations; 2.11 Dental care; 2.12 Dealing with Doctors and Drugs; 2.13 Hazardous behaviors; 2.14 Toxic exposures; Part III. Conclusions; 3.1 Considerations for Society and the Future of Aging; 3.2 Our Attitude and the Opportunity of Aging; Acknowledgments; Glossary; Endnotes; Index.

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Book SynopsisOn-call neurosurgery concerns practice related to urgent and emergency neurosurgical care including outside of 'normal' working hours, it is regarded as one of the most demanding aspects of a neurosurgical career. This Element describes the challenges faced by a trainee on-call for neurosurgery and how to prepare for the role.Table of Contents1. Introduction to on-call neurosurgery; 2. The changing shape of on-call neurosurgery; 3. Key strategies to cope with challenges; 4. Conclusions.

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Book SynopsisThe ruptured aneurysm with an intracerebral haematoma is a commonly encountered neurosurgical emergency. This Element will discuss the differences between subarachnoid haemorrhage with or without an intracerebral haematoma including presentation, imaging and outcomes.

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of Neurosurgery: The Essential Guide to the Oral and Clinical Neurosurgical Exam provides a concise and practical guidebook of the core knowledge and principles for the International and Intercollegiate FRCS Specialty Examination in Neurosurgery. It is a vital resource for the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) and other neurosurgical examinations around the world. Written by neurosurgeons at the top of their field and based on new guidelines, this book takes students through how to succeed in the FRCS neurosurgery exams and provides an overview of crucial short and intermediate cases designed to mirror the examâs testing of a candidateâs clinical knowledge, diagnostic acumen, investigation and interpretation, treatment options and taking consent.Including 72 vital online revision flash cards, covering critical and diverse examination cases from trauma to paediatric spine exams, this edition also contains crucial guidance to Vivas on the following: Operative surgery and surgical anatomy Investigation of the neurosurgical patient The non-operative clinical practice of neurosurgery This book is a must-read for candidates preparing for the final Intercollegiate Specialty Examination in Neurosurgery (UK), International FRCS Specialty Examination in Neurosurgery (UK) International FRCS Specialty Examination in Neurosurgery as well as the American, Canadian, European and Australasian exams. In addition to helping candidates pass their final exams, the book provides wonderful insight into Neurosurgery for Medical Students, Surgical Residents and Neurosurgical Consultants. Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter One: How to Succeed Chapter Two: The Intermediate and Short Cases Chapter Three: The Viva: Operative Surgery and Surgical Anatomy Chapter 4: The Viva: Investigation of the Neurosurgical Patient Chapter 5: The Viva: The Non-Operative Clinical Practice of Neurosurgery Chapter 6: Key Illustrative Cases Chapter 7: Landmark Publications Chapter 8 : Key Terms

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