This unique text fills the gap between shorter texts containing little explanatory material & the compendia for those advanced in the field of neurological disorders It is written both for novices & for physicians who require an update on the subject To understand the symptoms & signs requires a sound knowledge of the gross anatomy of the central nervous system & supporting tissues This book achieves this using the author's own detailed diagrams backed up with concise & practical guidance on diagnosis & treatment as well as relevant case studies The long-awaited second edition of this highly popular guide reflects such recent advances as computed tomography & MRI The tutorial approach presents readers with an authoritative view of the fundamentals of practical neurology ...

Neurological examination is one of the most intimidating procedures for medical students & junior doctors to perform & be assessed on This book clearly guides you through the essentials of neurological examination
- providing the relevant background & telling you what to do what you can find & what it means ' Common mistakes' & ' Tips' boxes are included throughout This revised fifth edition of an international bestseller
- now translated into more than ten languages
- updates the most efficient & effective examination techniques New colour photographs have been added to aid understanding in the examination of the eye & the latest guidance on passing clinical exams is included in an enhanced final chapter A concise & lucid explanation of how to examine the nervous system Copiously illustrated with clear line diagrams & flow charts Instructions are clear & systematic
- what to do what you will find & what it means Updating of the cases in the section on passing clinical exams New colour photographs to aid understanding in clinical examination of the eye Thorough update throughout



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A clear concise & approachable writing style helps students understand neurology in the context of speech-language pathology Supplemented by a wealth of new illustrations & learning features for students this new edition helps to demystify this often-daunting subject matter The 5th edition also introduces a new author Dr Richard Adler who brings a fresh perspective & an impressive clinical background Case studies & clinical applications in clinically oriented chapters provide you with realistic clinical applications Presents complex information clearly in a concise easy-to-understand manner Clinical emphasis throughout makes this text valuable as you move into clinical practice
- & prepare for the Praxis exam Evolve companion website has vocabulary flashcards & study questions with answers so students can assess their knowledge Key terms in each chapter & an end-of-text glossary give you easy access to accurate concise definitions NEW! Separate section on pediatric speech & language disorders including a chapter on the developing brain EXPANDED! Updated sections on neurodiagnostic & neuroimaging procedures as well as childhood apraxia of speech fluency disorders Autism & TBI NEW! Updated discussion of the anatomy & function of the cerebellum gives you the most current information UPDATED! Covers the latest neuroimaging research on anatomy physiology & disorders of speech-language EXPANDED! Discusses the brain connectivity & the neural network underlying learning & language EXPANDED! Addresses motor control for speech production so you stay in the know
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The sky above the port was the colour of television tuned to a dead channel William Gibson revolutionised science fiction in his 1984 debut Neuromancer The writer who gave us the matrix & coined the term 'cyberspace' produced a first novel that won the Hugo Nebula & Philip K Dick Awards & lit the fuse on the Cyberpunk movement More than three decades later Gibson's text is as stylish as ever his noir narrative still glitters like chrome in the shadows & his depictions of the rise & abuse of corporate power look more prescient every day Part thriller part warning Neuromancer is a timeless classic of modern SF & one of the 20th century's most potent & compelling visions of the future ...

Neuropsychology 704 pages 157 Line drawings color; 14 Line drawings black & white; 16 Halftones color; 10 Half Andrewes David (University of Melbourne Australia) ...

Get on the fast track to understanding neuroscience Investigating how your senses work how you move & how you think & feel Neuroscience For Dummies 2nd Edition is your straight-forward guide to the most complicated structure known in the universe the brain Covering the most recent scientific discoveries & complemented with helpful diagrams & engaging anecdotes that help bring the information to life this updated edition offers a compelling & plain-English look at how the brain & nervous system function Simply put the human brain is an endlessly fascinating subject it holds the secrets to your personality use of language memories & the way your body operates In just the past few years alone exciting new technologies & an explosion of knowledge have transformed the field of neuroscience & this friendly guide is here to serve as your roadmap to the latest findings & research Packed with new content on genetics & epigenetics & increased coverage of hippocampus & depression this new edition of Neuroscience For Dummies is an eye-opening & fascinating read for readers of all walks of life Covers how gender affects brain function Illustrates why some people are more sensitive to pain than others Explains what constitutes intelligence & its different levels Offers guidance on improving your learning What is the biological basis of consciousness? How are mental illnesses related to changes in brain function? Find the answers to these & countless other questions in Neuroscience For Dummies 2nd Edition ...

Acclaimed for its clear friendly style excellent illustrations leading author team & compelling theme of exploration Neuroscience Exploring the Brain 4e takes a fresh contemporary approach to the study of neuroscience emphasizing the biological basis of behavior The authors' passion for the dynamic field of neuroscience is evident on every page engaging students & helping them master the material In just a few years the field of neuroscience has been transformed by exciting new technologies & an explosion of knowledge about the brain The human genome has been sequenced sophisticated new methods have been developed for genetic engineering & new methods have been introduced to enable visualization & stimulation of specific types of nerve cells & connections in the brain The new Fourth Edition has been fully updated to reflect these & other rapid advances in the field while honoring its commitment to be student-friendly with striking new illustrations additional animations & an unparalleled array of online resources ...

In 2050 the Mississippi River is toxic sewage draining directly from the interior of Moloch The river & its vicinity hidden in poisonous fumes are known as the Belt of Death or seedbed of mutants Warriors of the Mississippi clad in coats & gas masks diffuse the worst of the diseases & poisons They are literally immune to everything Admittedly they rarely leave their beloved sewage but when they move their hard asses you can be sure that they will withstand the contaminations longer than you as they saw practically everything while growing up near that damned river! Neuroshima Hex! Mississippi is the fifth army pack for Neuroshima Hex! This tough defensive army&s main advantage is the ability to massively poison the enemy HQ with venom as well as to thwart the enemy plans The other advantages are noticeable resistance to attacks & ability to bypass the enemy&s defense The army&s disadvantages are low number of Warriors low mobility low toughness as well as a complete lack of armor ...

The Steel Police is a wandering brigade of law & order fanatics clad in pre-war experimental power armor Chemicals applied by the armor & cybernetic enhancements increase the organism’s abilities at the expense of the psyche – Steel Police officers will automatically respond to anything the program identifies as threat or crime They appear out of nowhere & pacify the area amid the roar of explosions & gunfire Unblemished lawfulness worthy of the automatic machine quickly makes the people of redeemed lands yearn for the old chaos & anarchy The Steel Police – one of the symbols of Neuroshima world – now enters the universe of Neuroshima Hex Neuroshima Hex! Steel Police is the first army pack part of a series of mini game expansions containing one Neuroshima Hex army The army&s author in none other than the game&s author – Michau 0142 Oracz The Steel Police army pack introduces a new ability in a Neuroshima Hex line It is called Reflection Reflection protects the army unit from all attacks directed at its side marked with Reflection icon Such attack is reflected in the opposite direction for a distance of one field & hits an enemy tile (Unit HQ or Module) if it stands on an adjacent field on the line of attack Reflected attack doesn&t harm Steel Police tiles Players 2-4 Playing time 30 minutes Suggested ages 12 ...

Winner of the 2015 Samuel Johnson Prize for Non-Fiction Shortlisted for the Wellcome Book Prize A Sunday Times & New York Times bestseller Foreword by Oliver Sacks What is autism a devastating developmental condition a lifelong disability or a naturally occurring form of cognitive difference akin to certain forms of genius? In truth it is all of these things & more
- & the future of our society depends on our understanding it Following on from his groundbreaking article ' The Geek Syndrome' Wired reporter Steve Silberman unearths the secret history of autism long suppressed by the same clinicians who became famous for discovering it & finds surprising answers to the crucial question of why the number of diagnoses has soared in recent years Going back to the earliest autism research & chronicling the brave & lonely journey of autistic people & their families through the decades Silberman provides long-sought solutions to the autism puzzle while casting light on the growing movement of 'neurodiversity' & mapping out a path towards a more humane world for people with learning differences
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