Neuropsychological assessment

Now 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 adul...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Otros Autores: Lezak, Muriel Deutsch (-), Howieson, Diane Black, Bigler, Erin D., 1949-‏, Tranel, Daniel
Formato: Libro
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press cop. 2012
Edición:5th ed
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Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Theory and practice of neuropsychological assessment
  • Basic concepts
  • Behavioral geography of the brain
  • Rationale of deficit measurement
  • Neuropsychological examination procedures
  • Neuropsychological examination: interpretation
  • Neuropathology for neuropsychologists
  • Neurobehavioral variables and diagnostic issues
  • Compendium of tests and assessment techniques
  • Orientation and attention
  • Perception
  • Memory I: tests
  • Memory II: batteries, paired memory tests, and questionnaires
  • Verbal functions and language skills
  • Construction and motor performance
  • Concept formation and reasoning
  • Executive functions
  • Neuropsychological assessment batteries
  • Observational methods, rating scales, and inventories
  • Tests of personal adjustment and emotional functioning
  • Testing for effort, response bias, and malingering.