Developmental Neuropsychiatry: Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment of Developmental Disorders v. 2 Book

This comprehensive textbook is made up of two volumes, the first of which provides fundamental background information needed for understanding the neurodevelopmental disorders, while the second offers a thorough review of their assessment, diagnosis and treatment. Divided into nine parts, these books present a synthesis of recent development in basic neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience, child development, and developmental psychopathology. They provide professionals working with developmental disorders with background information and treatment approaches to facilitate the mental growth and social adaptation of individuals with developmental disorders. Volume 2 first discusses mental retardation, cerebral palsy, the learning disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, and acquired traumatic injury. Current DSM-IV diagnostic criteria, ICD-10 and AAMR classification systems are covered. The second part describes recently recognized behavioral phenotypes in genetic disorders, metabolic disorders, and disorders that result from gestational substance abuse. Part III is devoted to developmental psychopathology and includes attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and the syndromes of aggression and self-injury occurring in severely and profoundly retarded persons. The fourth part covers treatment and includes detailed descriptions of psychotherapy, behavior therapy, and pharmacology for children, adolescents and adults with developmental disorders. Finally, Part V deals with legal and ethical issues as they pertain to developmentally handicapped persons.Read More