Volume 1: The Fundamentals (Developmental Neuropsychiatry) - Hardcover

The internal organization of both books is clear and nicely structured. The glossaries included at the end of some of the more technical chapters are particularly useful and welcome ... the philosophy behind this book is sound ... The material is well organized and there is a real need for an integrated text bringing together basic sciences and clinical expertise in neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders across the life span. This book is a step in the right direction. (Jane Whittaker, Psychological Medicine: Vol. 27, 1997)

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 provides a comprehensive review of their assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Divided into nine parts, these books orovide a synthesis of recent developments in basic neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience, child development, and developmental psychopathology. The purpose of the book is to assist the professional working with developmental disorders to facilitate the mental growth and social adaptation of affected children and adolescents.