Neuropsychological Conditions Across the Lifespan

A unique analysis of the pediatric and adult manifestations of the most common neuropsychological conditions treated in clinical practice.

This book discusses the current practices of lifespan neuropsychology, analyzing the presentation of the most common neuropsychological conditions from infancy through to adulthood and addressing the specific implications these conditions have at each life stage. Each chapter includes evidence-based guidelines that can be applied to daily practice.This unique analysis of neuropsychological conditions provides readers with a review of both pediatric and adult presentations in one convenient place. Covering the most common disorders encountered in clinical practice, including those specific to the extremes of the age spectrum, this book provides dedicated chapters on: • Preterm and low weight birth • Spina bifida myelomeningocele • Autism spectrum disorder • Intellectual disability • Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder • Learning disability • Traumatic brain injury • Cancer • Epilepsy • Human immunodeficiency virus • Multiple sclerosis • Stroke • Dementia Each chapter provides evidence-based guidelines that can be readily applied to daily practice.