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Introducing Neuropsychology, 2nd edition

• By Rebecca Elliott, John Stirling

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• Binding: Paperback (also available in Hardback)
• Pages: 408
• Published by: Psychology Press
• Publication Date: 11th June 2008 (Available for Pre-order)
• Illustrations: 66 line figures, 3 b+w photos, 19 tables
• ISBN: 978-1-84169-654-6

About the Book

Introducing Neuropsychology investigates the functions of the brain and explores the relationships between brain systems and human behaviour. It draws on both established findings and cutting edge research. The material is presented in a jargon-free, easy to understand manner and aims to guide students new to the field through current areas of research. John Stirling's Introducing Neuropsychology not only covers brain function but gives clinical examples of what happens when this function is damaged.

The text deals firstly with the basics of neuropsychology, discussing the structures of the central nervous system and methods of research used in neuropsychology. The book covers sensory function, the lateral nature of the brain and motor control and movement disorders. The author then looks at higher order cortical functions, with chapters on language, memory and amnesia, visual object recognition and spatial processing and attention. A further chapter covers executive function and describes some psychiatric disorders resulting from dysfunction.

With over 80 illustrations John Stirling has provided a user-friendly textbook, which will be essential reading for those studying neuropsychology within the disciplines of psychology, medicine, clinical psychology and neuroscience.

Reviews

"Introduction to Neuropsychology (2^nd edition) provides a concise overview to the diverse and fascinating topics within this field. The chapters are up-to-date, well referenced and theoretical debates are explained in meaningful terms; particularly welcome are the contributions from neuroimaging and the stimulating impact this has made to neuropsychology in general. A highly recommended read." - Dr Paul Richardson, Brain Behaviour & Cognition Group, Sheffield Hallam University

Table of Contents

The Foundations of Neuropsychology. Methods in Neuropsychology. Lateralisation. Somatosensation and Neuroplasticity. Motor Control and Movement Disorders. Language and the Brain. Memory and Amnesia. Visual Object Recognition and Spatial Processing. Attention and Consciousness. Emotion and Motivation. Executive Functions. Appendix: A Primer of Nervous System and Function.

About the Author(s)

John Stirling has worked at Manchester Polytechnic/MMU for over 30 years, teaching Bio- and Neuropsychology, Psychopathology and Experimental Design and Statistics. He has published over 30 scientific journal articles, and three books.

Rebecca Elliott has worked at the University of Manchester for 8 years, using brain-imaging techniques to study emotion and cognition in psychiatric disorders. She has published over 50 scientific research articles.