Treating Patients with Neuropsychological Disorders: A Clinician's Guide to Assessment and Referral

Cognitive impairments occur with alarming frequency, and the ability to recognize them in a patient is crucial to the general practitioner in psychology. This is a guide for practitioners working with patients who may have developed neurological disorders. It offers a roadmap for navigating the complexities that often accompany work with clients suffering from cognitive impairment. There is information on neurological disorders, how to recognize their symptoms in clients, and how to read neuropsychological reports. The work is designed to help the practitioner to understand the basics of neurological disorders, testing and assessment, and what to expect from neuropsychological referrals.