Author | : Randi Jenssen Hagerman,Robert L. Hendren |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press (UK) |
Release Date | : 2014 |
ISBN 10 | : 019993780X |
Pages | : 376 pages |
This cutting-edge book brings advances in genetics, neurobiology, and psychopharmacology to the clinic to enhance treatment for neurodevelopmental disorders. Significant progress has been made in identifying the neurobiological mechanisms of several disorders and targeted treatments are modifying the outcome of these disorders. However, the ability to utilize this knowledge has not been summarized in one place for the practicing clinician. This book will fill that gap by providing the theoretical underpinnings and the latest advances in targeted treatments. Several neurodevelopmental disorders are reviewed in detail including clinical features and behavioral phenotypes, standard treatments and new targeted treatments based on the latest advances in neurobiology and the animal model studies that have led to new treatments. The disorders covered include psychiatric disorders: schizophrenia, depression, autism and ADHD; single gene disorders including Tuberous Sclerosis, Fragile X Syndrome and fragile X- associated disorders, Angelman Syndrome, PKU, and Muscular Dystrophies; and complex genetic disorders such as Down syndrome. This book also highlights the commonalities across disorders and new genetic and molecular concepts in an easy to read format. This is a very exciting time for new targeted treatments and this volume is a landmark treatise on this new age of treatment.
Author | : Alessandro Antonietti,Barbara Colombo,Braelyn R. DeRocher |
Publisher | : Springer |
Release Date | : 2018-08-10 |
ISBN 10 | : 3319971514 |
Pages | : 98 pages |
This book explores how music can improve skills that are impaired in some neurodevelopmental disorders, including ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), autism, and Rett syndrome. Rehabilitation interventions based on the use of music, termed “music therapy”, are relatively widespread, but not all are supported by empirical evidence. This book offers readers an updated and scientifically grounded perspective on this theory and argues that music can be effective in promoting the acquisition of some basic mental abilities. Chapters present some of the latest research and data on how musical activities can lead children affected by neurodevelopmental disorders to improve those skills, including examples of training programs and exercises. The book will be a valuable resource for therapists, rehabilitators, psychologists, educators, musicians, researchers, as well as anyone interested in exploring the potential in music for human growth.
Author | : Institute of Medicine,Board on Global Health,Committee on Nervous System Disorders in Developing Countries |
Publisher | : National Academies Press |
Release Date | : 2001-01-01 |
ISBN 10 | : 9780309170932 |
Pages | : 458 pages |
Brain disordersâ€"neurological, psychiatric, and developmentalâ€"now affect at least 250 million people in the developing world, and this number is expected to rise as life expectancy increases. Yet public and private health systems in developing countries have paid relatively little attention to brain disorders. The negative attitudes, prejudice, and stigma that often surround many of these disorders have contributed to this neglect. Lacking proper diagnosis and treatment, millions of individual lives are lost to disability and death. Such conditions exact both personal and economic costs on families, communities, and nations. The report describes the causes and risk factors associated with brain disorders. It focuses on six representative brain disorders that are prevalent in developing countries: developmental disabilities, epilepsy, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, and stroke. The report makes detailed recommendations of ways to reduce the toll exacted by these six disorders. In broader strokes, the report also proposes six major strategies toward reducing the overall burden of brain disorders in the developing world.
Author | : Mintaze Kerem Gunel |
Publisher | : BoD – Books on Demand |
Release Date | : 2016-09-21 |
ISBN 10 | : 9535126482 |
Pages | : 200 pages |
Nowadays, cerebral palsy (CP) rehabilitation, along with medical and surgical interventions in children with CP, leads to better motor and postural control and can ensure ambulation and functional independence. In achieving these improvements, many modern practices may be used, such as comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment, clinical decision making, multilevel surgery, botulinum toxin applications, robotic ambulation applications, treadmill, and other walking aids to increase the quality and endurance of walking. Trainings are based on neurodevelopmental therapy, muscle training and strength applications, adaptive equipment and orthotics, communication, technological solves, and many others beyond the scope of this book. In the years of clinical and academic experiences, children with cerebral palsy have shown us that the world needs a book to give clinical knowledge to health professionals regarding these important issue. This book is an attempt to fulfill and to give ''current steps'' about CP. The book is intended for use by physicians, therapists, and allied health professionals who treat/rehabilitate children with CP. We focus on the recent concepts in the treatment of body and structure problems and describe the associated disability, providing suggestions for further reading. All authors presented the most frequently used and accepted treatment methods with scientifically proven efficacy and included references at the end of each chapter.
Author | : Elisa Fazzi,Emilio Bianchi |
Publisher | : N.A |
Release Date | : 2016 |
ISBN 10 | : 9782742014811 |
Pages | : 329 pages |
Author | : Sanjeev Kumar Gupta |
Publisher | : N.A |
Release Date | : 2020 |
ISBN 10 | : 9353882796 |
Pages | : 329 pages |
"Telerehabilitation in Communication Disorders and Mental Health aims to disseminate the recent research in telerehabilitation to academicians, clinicians and the larger scientific fraternity. The first section in the book focuses on telerehabilitation in communication disorders, including telepractice in speech-language pathology, mobile app use in speech and language therapy, and computer-based therapy for children with hearing impairment. The second section highlights the use of telerehabilitation in mental health, for example, in dementia, aphasia, specific learning disorder and substance use disorders"--
Author | : N.A |
Publisher | : N.A |
Release Date | : 1995 |
ISBN 10 | : |
Pages | : 329 pages |
Author | : Gupta, Sanjeev Kumar,Venkatesan, Srinivasan,Goswami, S.P.,Kumar, Rajeev |
Publisher | : IGI Global |
Release Date | : 2018-10-26 |
ISBN 10 | : 1522570055 |
Pages | : 394 pages |
Neurodevelopmental disorders encompass a group of conditions that can typically manifest during early childhood. These include intellectual disabilities, communication disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), specific learning disorder (SLD), and motor disorders. Early identification and assessment can be a valuable tool in determining diagnosis, prognosis, functional abilities, and formulating clinical intervention for both children and adults with neurodevelopmental disorders. Emerging Trends in the Diagnosis and Intervention of Neurodevelopmental Disorders is an essential reference source that discusses and disseminates contributions covering recent trends in diagnosis, assessment, and intervention techniques. Featuring research on topics such as clinical linguistics, neural connectivity, and animal-assisted therapy, this book is ideally designed for speech pathologists, social workers, occupational therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, neurologists, pediatricians, researchers, clinicians, and academicians seeking coverage on neural and developmental disorder identification and strategies for clinician support and therapies.
Author | : Gianna Locascio,Beth S. Slomine |
Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
Release Date | : 2018-06-30 |
ISBN 10 | : 131663311X |
Pages | : 300 pages |
A professional guide to evidence-based pediatric cognitive rehabilitation in neurological disorders with practical intervention guidance.
Author | : Dana S. Dunn |
Publisher | : Academy of Rehabilitation Psyc |
Release Date | : 2019 |
ISBN 10 | : 0190848081 |
Pages | : 440 pages |
Rehabilitation psychologists have long argued that situational constraints (e.g., missing ramps, lack of Braille signage, nondisabled peoples' attitudes) create greater social barriers and behavioral restrictions for people with disabilities (PWDs) than do the disabilities themselves. In other words, as social psychologist Kurt Lewin argued, situational factors, including the perceptions and actions of other people, often have greater impact on the experience of disability than do the personal qualities of PWDs themselves. Thus, the experience of disability is shaped by a variety of psychosocial forces and factors, some of which enhance while others hinder daily living. For adequate understanding and to plan constructive interventions, psychological science must attend to how the disabled person and the situation interact with one another. Understanding the Experience of Disability: Perspectives from Social and Rehabilitation Psychology is an edited book containing chapters written by social and rehabilitation psychologists who study how social psychological theory can inform our understanding of the experience of disability and rehabilitation. Chapters are arranged topically into four sections: Established areas of inquiry (e.g., stigma, social biases, stereotyping), mainstream topics (e.g., women, culture and race, aging), emerging issues (e.g., implicit attitudes, family and parenting issues, positive psychology), and issues of injustice, advocacy, and social policy (e.g., perceived injustice, disability advocacy, policy implications). Besides informing advanced undergraduate and graduate students and professional (researchers, practitioners) audiences, the book will help families and caregivers of PWDs, policy makers, and PWDs themselves, understand the social psychological processes linked to disability.
Author | : Lisa A. Brenner,Stephanie A. Reid-Arndt,Timothy R. Elliott,Bruce Caplan |
Publisher | : American Psychological Association (APA) |
Release Date | : 2019 |
ISBN 10 | : 9781433829857 |
Pages | : 544 pages |
The handbook has been significantly updated to reflect new developments in rehabilitation. Chapters address core and emerging topics, including competency-based practice, traumatic brain injury, public health, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality. Both experienced clinicians and early-career practitioners will find this book an invaluable resource for providing behavioral health care to people with chronic health conditions.
Author | : Christopher M. Hayre,Dave J. Muller,Marcia J. Scherer |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Release Date | : 2020-12-22 |
ISBN 10 | : 1000319954 |
Pages | : 306 pages |
This edited book focuses on the role and use of VR for healthcare professions in both health and rehabilitation settings. It is also offers future trends of other emerging technology within medicine and allied health professions. This text draws on expertise of leading medical practitioners and researchers who utilise such VR technologies in their practices to enhance patient/service user outcomes. Research and practical evidence is presented with a strong applied emphasis to further enhance the use VR technologies within the community, the hospital and in education environment(s). The book may also be used to influence policymakers on how healthcare delivery is offered.