Handbook of Neurodevelopmental and Genetic Disorders in Children by Sam Goldstein (Editor), Cecil R. Reynolds (Editor)

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Synopsis

This important handbook presents the latest research and practical knowledge about a broad range of disorders with a genetic component that affect children's learning, behavior, and development. The book demonstrates the difference that well-planned interventions and accommodations can make in the health and functioning of children with mild to severe neurodevelopmental impairment. Chapters offer in-depth discussions of specific disorders, including learning disabilities, ADHD, Tourette syndrome, anxiety disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, and numerous less frequently encountered conditions. Current research on etiologies is reviewed, neurodevelopmental, psychosocial, and medical implications are considered, and practical suggestions are provided for assessment and clinical management.

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The book contains black-and-white illustrations.

This important handbook presents the latest research and practical knowledge about a broad range of disorders with a genetic component that affect children's learning, behavior, and development. The book demonstrates the difference that well-planned interventions and accommodations can make in the health and functioning of children with mild to severe neurodevelopmental impairment. Chapters offer in-depth discussions of specific disorders, including learning disabilities, ADHD, Tourette syndrome, anxiety disorders, pervasive developmental disorders, and numerous less frequently encountered conditions. Current research on etiologies is reviewed, neurodevelopmental, psychosocial, and medical implications are considered, and practical suggestions are provided for assessment and clinical management.

Booknews

A reference highlighting the role of genetics in shaping the development and lives of many children, for clinicians and students in any field of medicine that encounters children. After setting out basic principles and applications, such as neuropsychological assessment in genetically linked neurodevelopmental disorders and neuroimaging, surveys disorders primarily affecting learning and behavior and those with broader-spectrum effects. Among the former are attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, Gilles de la Tourette syndrome, and autism. The latter include the mucopolysaccharidoses, down syndrome, phenylketonuria, and seizure disorders. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Biography

Sam Goldstein, PhD, Neurology, Learning and Behavior Center, University of Utah

Cecil R. Reynolds, PhD, Department of Educational Psychology, Texas A&M University