Pediatric Neuropsychology

The most comprehensive, authoritative reference of its kind, this successful work examines a wide range of acquired, congenital, and developmental brain disorders and their impact on children's neuropsychological functioning. Leading experts present state-of-the-art knowledge about how each condition affects the developing brain; the nature and severity of associated cognitive, behavioral, and psychosocial impairments; and effective approaches to clinical evaluation and treatment planning. New to This Edition: * Reflects significant scientific advances and reader feedback * Many new topics and authors, plus an additional coeditor, Bruce F. Pennington * Expanded focus: now covers developmental disorders as well as medical disorders * Chapters on math, reading, and language disabilities; attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; autism; and intellectual disabilities * A chapter on evidence-based neuropsychological interventions * Includes medical disorders not covered in prior edition: acute disseminated encephalomyelitis and multiple sclerosis; tuberous sclerosis; childhood stroke; and fetal alcohol syndrome.

Edited by Keith Owen Yeates, PhD, Ohio State University, USA; M. Douglas Ris, PhD, Department of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine, USA; H. Gerry Taylor, PhD, Case Western Reserve University, USA; and Bruce F. Pennington, PhD, University of Denver, USA

"The second edition of Pediatric Neuropsychology continues with the splendid tradition of the first edition. The volume will serve professionals and students alike who need to increase their understanding of the neuropsychological aspects of specific medical or neurodevelopmental disorders. The quality of each chapter is exceptional. Kudos to Yeates, Ris, Taylor, and Pennington! This is an excellent, evidence-based read." - Stephen R. Hooper, Associate Director, Clinical Center for the Study of Development and Learning, University of North Carolina School of Medicine "Since its original publication, this volume has truly set the standard for the field of pediatric neuropsychology. The second edition highlights how the field has grown over the past decade, not only in terms of assessment and research regarding cognitive deficits, but especially with regard to developmental and psychosocial outcome trajectories. It features incisive new chapters on developmental disorders and a greater integration of an interdi