Basics of child neuropsychology : a primer for educators and clinicians
(Book)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"Written expressly for non-neuropsychologists, this book offers a concise, friendly introduction to the developing brain and its functions. Stephen R. Hooper renders complex concepts accessible as he describes the structure of the brain and the workings of the nervous system. The book explains how findings from neuropsychological assessments can help educators and clinicians to better understand and remediate children's difficulties. A range of neurodevelopmental and medical conditions that affect learning and behavior from early childhood through adolescence are explored through a neuropsychological lens. Helpful features include key Take-Home Points distilled from the chapters and recommended print and online resources. Subject Areas/Key Words: introduction to, understanding, neuropsychological, evaluations, assessments, examinations, diagnosis, testing, children, adolescents, pediatric, traumatic brain injury, developmental, disorders, learning disabilities, exceptionalities, childhood, neuropsychiatric, neurological, genetic, behavioral, autism spectrum, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, ADHD, evidence-based interventions Audience: Classroom teachers and special educators, school psychologists and counselors, social workers, child psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists"--,Provided by publisher.