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    Neuropsychology: The basics of the matter
    Neuropsychology: The basics of the matter
    Neuropsychology: The basics of the matter
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    Neuropsychology: The basics of the matter

    By Stefano Calicchio

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    What is neuropsychology and how does it work? This guide aims to introduce the reader to the discipline, trying to convey the body of knowledge it consists of in a simple, but not simplistic way. 

    Inside the manual you will find the basic notions of neuropsychology explained in a clear and exhaustive way, useful to understand the functioning of the main human cognitive functions. The book takes the reader by the hand and accompanies him/her through gradual steps of discovery, which highlight the key points of the field of study. 

    In the course of reading you will discover:

    - what the basics of neuropsychology are;
    - the methods of investigation and research used;
    - the mechanism of functioning of the cognitive functions of the mind;
    - agnosia, apraxia, aphasia, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia;
    - mental decay and neuropsychological rehabilitation.

    Psychology for all - Understanding the scientific basis of psychology has never been so simple, thanks to a line of practical manuals and immediate consultation that can provide the reader with exactly the information he or she is looking for.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherStefano Calicchio
    Release dateJun 5, 2020
    ISBN9788835842590
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      Neuropsychology - Stefano Calicchio

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      NEUROPSYCHOLOGY: the basics of the matter

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      Table of contents

      ​Introduction

      ​What is neuropsychology

      ​Methods of investigation and research in Neuropsychology

      The mnestic functions and memory usage

      Emotions in neuropsychology

      Attention and processes related to the frontal lobe

      Agnosias

      Apraxias

      Aphasia

      Dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia

      The mental decay

      Alzheimer's disease

      Parkinson's disease

      Neuropsychological rehabilitation

      Conclusion

      Self evaluation test

      Solutions

      The notions in this book are of an informative nature only and do not constitute or replace medical or psychological activity. This book is for informational purposes only. The reader assumes full responsibility for his or her choices, aware of the risks associated with any form of exercise. The content is subject to copyright, all rights of use or reproduction are reserved. Any violation will be prosecuted under the terms of the law ©

      ​Introduction

      What is neuropsychology and how does it work? This guide aims to introduce the reader to the subject, trying to convey the body of knowledge it consists of in a simple, but not simplistic way. The aim is therefore to offer an instrument of knowledge and deepening that is pragmatic and accessible, thus creating the premises to allow a deepening through more specific texts.

      In order to succeed in this goal we will first of all start from a deepening of the methodologies of investigation used in neuropsychology, analyzing the different sources of the matter and discovering which and how many areas of investigation have contributed to the development of this discipline. We will then go on to investigate in depth the mnestic functions, emotions and the functioning of attention processes in neuropsychology. Finally, we will enter the fields of application of neuropsychology through the study of agnosia, apraxia, aphasia and neuorodegenerative disorders.

      Neuropsychology presents itself as a fascinating field of study especially for its ability to explore the relationship between mind and brain.

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