Handbook of neurodevelopmental and genetic disorders in children [[electronic resource] /] / edited by Sam Goldstein, Cecil R. Reynolds

• Pubblicazione: New York, : Guilford Press, 2010
• Edizione: 2nd ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (621 p.)
• Disciplina: 618.92/8588042
• Soggetto topico: Developmental disabilities - Genetic aspects; Developmental neurobiology; Genetic disorders in children; Pediatric neuropsychology
• Soggetto genere / forma: Electronic books.
• Altri autori: GoldsteinSam <1952-> ReynoldsCecil R. <1952->
• Note generali: Description based upon print version of record.
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• Nota di contenuto: Cover; Copyright Page; Dedication; About the Editors; Contributors; Preface; Acknowledgments; Contents; PART I. BACKGROUND; 1. Introduction; 2. Neuropsychological Assessment in Genetically Linked Neurodevelopmental Disorders; 3. Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Medical Genetics: An Overview; 4. Neuroimaging and Genetic Disorders; 5. Integrative Developmental Neuropsychology: A General Systems and Social- Ecological Approach to the Neuropsychology of Children with Neurogenetic Disorders; PART II. DISORDERS PRIMARILY AFFECTING LEARNING AND BEHAVIOR; 6. Learning Disabilities ; 7. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder8. Oppositional, Conduct, and Aggressive Disorders; 9. Gilles de la Tourette Syndrome; 10. Anxiety Disorders; 11. Mood Disorders; 12. Autism Spectrum Disorders; PART III. DISORDERS WITH BROADER-SPECTRUM EFFECTS; 13. Turner Syndrome; 14. Fragile X Syndrome and Fragile X-Associated Disorders; 15. The Mucopolysaccharidoses; 16. Noonan Syndrome; 17. Neurofibromatosis Type 1; 18. Sickle Cell Disease; 19. Down Syndrome; 20. Klinefelter Syndrome; 21. Phenylketonuria; 22. Rett Syndrome: A Truly Pervasive Developmental Disorder ; 23. Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome: A Sex-Linked Inborn Error of Metabolism24. Seizure Disorders; 25. Prader-Willi Syndrome; 26. Disorders of Mitochondrial Metabolism; 27. Major Structural Anomalies of the Neocortex; 28. Spina Bifida Myelomeningocele; 29. Inborn Errors of Metabolism: A Brief Overview; Index; Color Plate; About Guilford Publications; From the Publisher; Back Cover
• Sommario/riassunto: Recognized as the definitive reference in the field, this book addresses a broad range of biologically based disorders that affect children's learning and development. Leading authorities review the genetics of each disorder; its course and outcome; associated developmental, cognitive, and psychosocial challenges; and what clinicians and educators need to know about effective approaches to assessment and intervention. Coverage encompasses more frequently diagnosed learning and behavior problems with a genetic component as well as numerous lower-incidence neurodevelopmental disabilities. Ill
• Titolo autorizzato: Handbook of neurodevelopmental and genetic disorders in children
• ISBN: 1-4625-0161-3; 1-283-10895-X; 9786613108951; 1-60918-000-3; 1-60918-001-1
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910459477903321
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