Description
Book SynopsisTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is a public health issue of worldwide proportions, affecting motorists, victims of interpersonal violence, athletes, military service members, and Veterans, among others. Management of Adults with Traumatic Brain Injury provides evidence-informed guidance on the core topics in brain injury medicine, including the epidemiology and pathophysiology of TBI, the medical evaluation and neuropsychological assessment of persons with TBI, and the common cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and other neurological disturbances for which persons with TBI and their families seek clinical care.
The volume offers many useful features to its readers, including:
• Chapters written by an internationally known group of editors and contributors offering cutting-edge, multidisciplinary perspectives in brain injury medicine.
• Guidance on the identification and management of early and late postinjury neuropsychiatric disturbances as well as their psychological and psychosocial consequences.
• Identification of special issues relevant to the evaluation and treatment of TBI and postconcussive symptoms among military service members, and Veterans.
• Discussion of the ethics and methods of forensic assessment of persons with TBI.
• Key Clinical Points that highlight concepts, assessment issues, and clinical management strategies in each chapter.
• A wealth of tables and figures to enhance the accessibility and clinical utility of the book, as well as appendices of additional readings and relevant websites for persons and families affected by TBI and the clinicians providing their care.
Impressive breadth and depth of coverage, logical structure, clinically rich detail, and concise presentation make Management of Adults with Traumatic Brain Injury a must-read for every physician, nurse, and mental health practitioner working to improve the lives of persons with TBI.
Trade ReviewOverall this text is a rewarding read and will contribute insights into effective care for individuals with a traumatic brain injury.
-- Ellen M. Deibert, MD * American Academy of Neurology *
Each chapter comprised an excellent entree to the subject, with salient references to classic articles and recent research.
-- Brian S. Appleby, MD * American Journal of Psychiatry *
This is a topnotch, wide-ranging book on the management of patients with TBI. Any clinician involved in the care of TBI patients should own and refer to this very useful book.
-- Michael Schrift, D.O. * Doody's Book Review *
Table of ContentsContributors
Preface
Acknowledgments
PART I: INTRODUCTION
Chapter 1. Overview of Traumatic Brain Injury
PART II: Assessment
Chapter 2. Medical Evaluation
Chapter 3. Neuropsychological Assessment
PART III: MANAGEMENT
Chapter 4. Disorders of Consciousness
Chapter 5. Cognitive Impairments
Chapter 6. Disorders of Mood and Affect
Chapter 7. Anxiety Disorders
Chapter 8. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Chapter 9. Posttraumatic Psychosis
Chapter 10. Aggressive Disorders
Chapter 11. Apathy
Chapter 12. Substance Use Disorders
Chapter 13. Headache
Chapter 14. Seizures and Epilepsy
Chapter 15. Sleep and Fatigue
Chapter 16. Posttraumatic Sensory Impairments
PART IV: SPECIAL TOPICS
Chapter 17. Traumatic Brain Injury in Late Life
Chapter 18. Athletes and Sports-Related Concussion
Chapter 19. Military Personnel and Veterans With Traumatic Brain Injury
Chapter 20. Persistent Symptoms After a Concussion
Chapter 21. Forensic Issues and Traumatic Brain Injury
Appendix A: Suggested Readings
Appendix B: Relevant Web Sites
Index
