Human Neuropsychology, 2nd edition

Published by Pearson (January 17, 2006) © 2006
G Neil Martin

Title overview

Human Neuropsychology provides a comprehensive introduction to the relationship between brain structure and activity, its function and behaviour. It covers every major topic in the field, simultaneously introducing students to significant new developments in the area.

This book provides the perfect balance between theory and application, enabling students to develop a complete understanding of the subject.

This edition includes a Companion Website.

•         Incorporates chapter summaries, case studies, illustrations and examples throughout the text for clear explanation and understanding

•         Highly comprehensive coverage of anatomy, behaviour and physiology for a solid introduction to the subject

•         Includes a listing of neuropsychology web resources, alongside links to relevant journals to develop interest and assist with research

•         Improved photographic content conveys the science through visual examples

•         Better layout and use of pedagogical features make studying easier and more efficient

•         Additional case studies and examples show relevance of subject and heighten understanding

Table of contents

Figures

Tables

Acknowledgements

Preface to the 2nd edition

Preface to the 1st edition

  1. Neuropsychology: its aims, history and methods
  2. The brain I: basic neurophysiology
  3. The brain II: basic neuroanatomy
  4. Hemispheric localisation and lateralization of function
  5. The frontal lobes: cognition, social behaviour and personality
  6. Disorders of perception
  7. Movement disorders
  8. The neuropsychology of language: an introduction
  9. Memory
  10. Emotion-normal aspects
  11. The dementias
  12. Disorders of thought and mood
  13. Development and recovery of function
  14. Neuropsychological assessment

Appendix: resources for neuropsychology students

References

Index

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