Fundamentals of human neuropsychology
Kolb, Bryan, 1947-2008
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Written by respected academics in neuropsychology, this sixth edition guides students on a comprehensive journey of discovery through the realm of contemporary human neuropsychology. The book has a clinical focus throughout.A scholarly guide to human neuropsychology with a clinical focus throughout. Thorough coverage of brain evolution unites the study of its anatomy and physiology with an understanding of its cognitive, experimental and clinical psychological functions. The 6th edition is updated throughout and has a new 4-colour design. NEW TO THIS EDITION * Updated content throughout * New full-colour design * Snapshot Boxes now in each chapter STUDENT SUPPLEMENTS * Companion Website at www.worthpublishers.com/kolbFHN6e/ : Offers a range of study tools such as Online Quizzes, Interactive Flashcards.
Main title:
Fundamentals of human neuropsychology / Bryan Kolb and Ian Q. Whishaw.
Edition:
6th ed.
Imprint:
New York : Worth, 2008.
Collation:
1 v. (various pagings) : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 26 cm.
Notes:
Previous ed.: 2003.Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
PART I: BACKGROUND The Development of Neuropsychology Origins of the Human Brain and Behavior Organization of the Nervous System The Structure and Electrical Activity of Neurons Communication between Neurons Imaging the Brain's Activity The Influence of Drugs on Behavior PART II: CORTICAL ORGANIZATION Organization of the Sensory System Organization of the Motor System Principles of Neocortical Function Cerebral Asymmetry Variations in Cerebral Asymmetry PART III: CORTICAL FUNCTIONS The Occipital Lobes The Parietal Lobes The Temporal Lobes The Frontal Lobes Disconnection Syndromes PART IV: HIGHER FUNCTIONS Memory The Origins of Language Emotion Spatial Behavior Attention, Mental Images, and Consciousness PART V: PLASTICITY AND DISORDERS Brain Development and Plasticity Developmental Disorders Plasticity, Recovery, and Rehabilitation of the Adult Brain Neurological Disorders Psychiatric and Related Disorders Neuropsychological Assessment Glossary Name Index Subject Index
ISBN:
97807167958659780716795865 (hbk)
Dewey class:
612.8
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
2077619
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