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The Amazing Brain seriesoffers exciting answers about howour brain works and why werespond to the world the way wedo. Questions addressed in this 4-vol. set include:

• Do male and female brainswork differently?
• Can music enhance learningand boost brain development?
• Was Einstein's brain moreunique than the average brain?
• What dependencies are reallytrue addictions?
• Can brain cells regenerate?

Learn about the latestexperiments and research into oursense of smell. Did you know thatwe shift our sense of smell from onenostril to the other throughout theday? Did you know that becauseastronauts in orbit are deprived ofgravitational sensing, they areactually experiencing a continuousstate of free fall? Did you knowthat scientists think they havefound the brain's center for tellingright and wrong and they may knowhow it works! ... Read more

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The effects of attention deficit disorders seem to touch many people?s lives today, and the questions surrounding this disorder are many.There is more information regarding this disorder than at any time in its history. Unfortunately, there is just as much misinformation surrounding the facts of this disorder as ever.It is the intention of this book to, in some way, unveil a few misconceptions surrounding Attention Deficit Disorders; logically, medically, and more important scientifically.By exploring the history, etiology, comorbidity and neurological diagnostic perspectives, those in professional positions responsible for our children?s welfare (teaching, nursery schools, childcare, parenting, and the medical community) may gain a better understanding of this condition.Download Description
The effects of attention deficit disorders seem to touch many people's lives today, and the questions surrounding this disorder are many.There is more information regarding this disorder than at any time in its history. Unfortunately, there is just as much misinformation surrounding the facts of this disorder as ever.It is the intention of this book to, in some way, unveil a few misconceptions surrounding Attention Deficit Disorders; logically, medically, and more important scientifically.By exploring the history, etiology, comorbidity and neurological diagnostic perspectives, those in professional positions responsible for our children's welfare (teaching, nursery schools, childcare, parenting, and the medical community) may gain a better understanding of this condition. ... Read more

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This is a great book for those working with children, evaluating children or for parents in need of a better understanding regarding ADD/ADHD; including options available to them. Technical in some areas yet it all comes together. Great college course book! ... Read more

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This volume examines the predominant illnesses resulting in cognitive dysfunction - focusing primarily on the clinical aspects rather than the common academic and research perspectives.

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Written by child neurologists, this comprehensive, multi-authored volume on autism systematically discusses the classification, epidemiology and neurobiology of autism. Autism lacks a unique etiology or specific pathology, so the behaviorally defined social deficits, language impairments and repetitive behaviors that define autism are explored from a developmental neurology perspective. The evidence suggesting that autism is a disorder of neuronal development is reviewed by experts on the genetics, neuroanatomy and neuroradiology, neurochemistry, immunology, and neurophysiology of autism. Chapters provide comprehensive reviews of the common neurological problems associated with autism such as epilepsy, sleep disturbances and motor and sensory deficits. Neuropsychological assessment, medical and psychopharmacologic management, educational and behavioral interventions, and outcome are discussed within the clinical content of the practising neurologist. The research agenda needed to understand the neurology of autism is emphasized throughout the book and in the conclusion. ... Read more

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This reference discusses state-of-the-art methods for the management of children with conditions affecting the nervous system-providing over 80 chapters that outline direct, logical approaches to numerous pediatric neurologic disorders using clear tables, algorithms, and figures for quick reference to key material.

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The intent of the authors is to provide descriptions and brief discussions of optic fundus signs for use by students, residents in pediatrics, and interested physicians. The book is written as a practical and useful guide for clinical evaluation. It is not an ophthamological text, and detailed analyses are beyond its scope. The authors include those conditions that are believed to be of principal importance in caring for children with developmental and neurological disorders. ... Read more

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Targeted to patients, their families and allied health students, The Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders provides in-depth coverage of neurological diseases and disorders, including stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson disease, Tourette Syndrome, Alzheimer's disease, cerebral palsy, vertigo, amnesia and epilepsy. Related topics include communication aids, electric personal assistive mobility devices, medications for treating neurological diseases and conditions, understanding the needs of Alzheimer patient caregivers and more. This two-volume set provides an alternative to resources that either fail to explore neurological disease in any depth and or do so at a level not appropriate for students and general readers.

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A reader friendly and quick reference guide for the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of sleep disorders, this resource covers the entire range of sleep medicine addressing only the most clinically relevant information for sleep disorders management. Each chapter presents a thoughtful course of action for diagnosis and treatment - detailing methods to obtain a sleep history, analyze physical exam findings, order blood work and testing, and apply the latest treatment modalities and follow-up regimens.

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Targeted to patients, their families and allied health students, The Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders provides in-depth coverage of neurological diseases and disorders, including stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson disease, Tourette Syndrome, Alzheimer's disease, cerebral palsy, vertigo, amnesia and epilepsy. Related topics include communication aids, electric personal assistive mobility devices, medications for treating neurological diseases and conditions, understanding the needs of Alzheimer patient caregivers and more. This two-volume set provides an alternative to resources that either fail to explore neurological disease in any depth and or do so at a level not appropriate for students and general readers.

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This timely reference presents, for the first time, new findings in molecular genetics that are applicable to the epidemiology, pathogenesis, neuropathology, clinical features, and management of ataxia-bridging the gap between scientific and clinical practice. Organized by the distinctive ataxia disorders, their pathogenesis, and management-facilitating quick and efficient diagnoses!Providing complementary sections on the anatomy of the spinocerebellar system, its normal function, and a history of ataxia research and management, the Handbook of Ataxia Disorders · clarifies the impact of identifying the molecular causes of ataxia · offers in-depth analysis of dominant and recessive and nonhereditary ataxia disorders · explores the vital connection between the genotypes and phenotypes of various degenerative ataxia disorders · and more! Written by more than 60 international experts and supplemented with over 2600 literature references, photographs, micrographs, drawings, and tables, the Handbook of Ataxia Disorders is an essential and useful reference for clinical neurologists and neuropathologists, neuropediatricians, geneticists, physiatrists, and medical school students in these disciplines. ... Read more

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This publication brings together five chapters from Disease Control Priorities in Developing Countries, 2nd edition (2006), along with an introduction and a conclusion by WHO. The chapters cover mental disorders, neurological disorders, learning and developmental disabilities, and alcohol and illicit opiate abuse. The purpose of this special package is to provide information on cost-effectiveness of interventions for these specific groups of disorders. This information should contribute to reformulation of policies and programmes and reallocation of resources, eventually leading to reduction of morbidity and mortality. ... Read more

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Author is in private practice. Presents an account of drug-inducedneurological disorders, including their understanding, prevention andtreatment. Features updated and new information on adverse reactions todrugs from the last four years, as well as coverage of new drugs, and newinformation about older drugs and their associated diseases. Previousedition: c1996. DNLM: Neurotoxicology. ... Read more