Written by experienced contributors from the renowned Mayo Clinic, the Atlas of Sleep and Sleep Medicine covers the history, humanities, and comparative biological aspects of sleep.
This books' coverage ranges from incidence, diagnosis, investigation, drug treatments, non-motor features of Parkinson's Disease, assessment scales and surgical intervention, to the role of nurses, physio- and occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, dieticians, and to the use of complementary medicine.
For so long, the brain was the great unknown of human biology; an evolved complex of cells, chemicals and electricity, which eluded even the understanding of its own grey matter.
Sponsored by the Brain Research Institute, University of California, Los Angeles, and the United States Air Force Office of Scientific Research This volume presents the proceedings of the Fourth Conference on Brain Function and Learning, hosted by UCLA's Brain Research Institute in collaboration with the U.
The particular needs of people with progressive long-term neurological conditions - including Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Huntington's disease - may make care delivery and planning the last stages of life ethically, practically and clinically challenging.
The indispensable guide to dementia from the UK's leading expert'Will help families and friends of people with dementia all over the world' Dame Judi DenchWritten by an expert, this essential guide will help those with dementia, and their families, make sure that they can stay well and happy for as long as possible.
Written in a highly-accessible question and answer format, this comprehensive and compassionate guide draws on the latest research, a broad range of expert opinion, numerous real-life voices and personal experiences from people with bipolar.
A groundbreaking study into the formative role of play in our livesSergio and Vivien Pellis have synthesized three decades of empirical research to create a remarkable work, unequalled in its field.
An author and educators pioneering approach to helping autistic students find their voices through poetrya powerful and uplifting story that shows us how to better communicate with people on the spectrum and explores how we use language to express our seemingly limitless interior lives.
Das Buch bietet gedankliche, emotionale sowie praktische Hilfe für Menschen, die erwachsene autistische trans* Personen in ihrer Transition begleiten sowie für Autist:innen, die sich transident wahrnehmen oder die ihre Geschlechtsidentität in Frage stellen.
In The Left Brain Speaks, but the Right Brain Laughs, physicist Ransom Stephens explains the interesting and often amusing tale of how the human brain works.
Strokes are the third-leading cause of death in America, and for the lucky stroke victims who dont die, about half will spend the rest of their lives trying to recover.
Callous Disregard is the account of how a doctor confronted first a disease and then the medical system that sought and still seeks to deny that disease, leaving millions of children to suffer and a world at risk.
The most complete and up-to-date resource on the powerful benefits of nutritional supplements for the treatment and prevention of Alzheimer's disease *; Provides an easy-to-follow program of supplements to optimize the benefits of Alzheimer's treatment and maximize the impact of prevention strategies *; Shows how standard treatments do not counteract the oxidative stress and chronic inflammation at the source of Alzheimer's *; Also addresses related complications and symptoms such as altered sleep patterns, memory impairment, and behavior changes like depression and anger In this practical scientific guide, leading researcher in cancer, heart disease, and diabetes prevention Kedar N.
Gain a clear understanding of the science and latest research behind the success of the Twelve Steps, a critical program used by millions of people around the world to stay sober and one of the greatest social movements of our time.
Co-authored by a neurologist, a psychiatrist, and a pulmonologist, Sleep Medicine in Clinical Practice reflects the cross-disciplinary nature in the clinical management of sleep disorders.
Whether you are recovering from a traumatic brain injury or supporting someone with a TBI, this collection of 101 inspiring and encouraging stories by others like you will uplift and encourage you on your healing journey.
A fun and fact-filled AZ treasury for anyone with a head on their shouldersNeuropedia journeys into the mysteries and marvels of the three pounds of tissue between your earsthe brain.
With The Everything Parent's Guide to Children with Asperger's Syndrome at your side, you'll take the first steps toward understanding this pervasive development disorder and how it may impact your child.
Having a spouse, sibling, or parent with Alzheimer's affects a family in every way possibleand can leave people feeling like they have nowhere to turn.
Peripheral and Cerebrovascular Intervention draws upon experts from diverse fields to provide readers with a comprehensive foundation for understanding and performing endovascular procedures-from the basic steps to the most current and advanced techniques.
Over the past three decades, carotid artery stenting has evolved to become a promising and viable alternative to carotid endarterectomy, especially for patients deemed to have high surgical risks.
Renowned addiction expert Patrick Carnes, PhD, author of A Gentle Path through the Twelve Steps, outlines twelve guiding principles to help those in recovery develop an essential skill set for life.
Thrombolytic Therapy for Stroke is intended for physicians who will be treating patients in the first few hours after stroke: neurologists, neurosurgeons, emergency medicine physicians, internists, and radiologists.
The accelerating advancement in research in neurodevelopmental disorders -- including autism spectrum disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disorders, and more -- has enormous implications for clinical practice.
