Description

Human Neuropsychology provides a comprehensive introduction to the relationship between brain structure and activity, its function and behaviour. It covers every major topic in the field, simultaneously introducing students to significant developments in the area.

This book provides the perfect balance between theory and application, enabling students to develop a complete understanding of the subject.

Features

•         Incorporates chapter summaries, case studies, illustrations and examples throughout the text for clear explanation and understanding

•         Highly comprehensive coverage of anatomy, behaviour and physiology for a solid introduction to the subject

•         Includes a listing of neuropsychology web resources, alongside links to relevant journals to develop interest and assist with research

New to this Edition

•         Improved photographic content conveys the science through visual examples

•         Better layout and use of pedagogical features make studying easier and more efficient

•         Additional case studies and examples show relevance of subject and heighten understanding

Table of Contents

Figures

Tables

Acknowledgements

Preface to the 2nd edition

Preface to the 1st edition

1. Neuropsychology: its aims, history and methods
2. The brain I: basic neurophysiology
3. The brain II: basic neuroanatomy
4. Hemispheric localisation and lateralization of function
5. The frontal lobes: cognition, social behaviour and personality
6. Disorders of perception
7. Movement disorders
8. The neuropsychology of language: an introduction
9. Memory
10. Emotion-normal aspects
11. The dementias
12. Disorders of thought and mood
13. Development and recovery of function
14. Neuropsychological assessment

Appendix: resources for neuropsychology students

References

Index

Back Cover

‘The book is well-written and very up-to-date; it has a readable and accessible style, with the jargon kept to a minimum. The discussion point in the assessment chapter was ingenious and stimulating.’

Dr Graham Hole, University of Sussex

Following the success of the first edition, Human Neuropsychology has been comprehensively updated to cover every major topic in the field while simultaneously introducing students to significant new developments in the area.

This book provides the perfect balance between theory and application, enabling the reader to develop a complete understanding of the subject. It is also an invaluable reference tool to aid further study.

Features

• Incorporates chapter summaries, case studies, illustrations and examples throughout the text for clear explanation and understanding.
• Uses photographic content to convey the science through visual examples.
• Includes a listing of neuropsychology web resources, alongside links to relevant journals.

‘It is the only text that provides several theories on frontal lobe function and also mentions the dysexecutive syndrome. The problems associated with neuropsychological testing are well-presented. The case studies are an excellent component of the book. It brings a truly applied aspect to each chapter. I’d definitely recommend this book.’

Dr Nicola Starkey, University of Wakato

 

Human Neuropsychology is accompanied by a website containing multiple choice questions and essay questions to help you with your studies. Please visit www.pearson.co.uk/martin.

About the author

Dr G Neil Martin is Principal Lecturer in Psychology at Middlesex University and a Fellow of the RSA.  He is the author of over 150 articles on psychology and is the co-author Psychology, also published by Pearson Education.