Neuroscienze

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The first neuroanatomy text written specifically for physical therapy students Written by recognized experts in human nervous system development, Neuroanatomy for Rehabilitation provides physical therapy students with a thorough understanding of the anatomical localization of brain function. Approximately 200 line illustrations and photographs teach students how to accurately interpret the wealth of new human brain images now available. The text opens with an informative section that discusses the structural and functional organization of the nervous system and includes coverage of functional neuroanatomy and response to injury. This is followed by sections covering: * Vascular Supply of the Central Nervous System (arterial supply, venous drainage, response to injury) * Cellular Organization of the Nervous System * Development of the Central Nervous System * Functional Neuroanatomy by Ascending Region * The Brainstem, Cranial Nerves and Visual Pathways * The Cerebellum and Basal Ganglia * Diencephalon * The Cortex Each section opens with a case study and an overview of key concepts, and concludes with case discussion and review questions. No other text provides physical therapy students and instructors with such relevant, authoritative, and well-written material designed to enhance understanding of the human nervous system as Neuroanatomy for Rehabilitation.

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Studi neuroscientifici sull'arte è un agile trattato che tenta di accostare una disciplina strettamente metodica, sistematica e analitica, quale la neuroscienza, a un mondo fortemente irrazionale, instabile, creativo e versatile, come quello dell'arte, nell'espressione performativa e figurativa. La scoperta del sistema specchio - e più precisamente del gruppo di neuroni corticali definiti mirror neurons - ha permesso di riconoscere forti legami tra l'ambito dell'apprendimento e dell'imitazione motoria e quello della neuroestetica, fornendo la chiave per la comprensione dei meccanismi cerebrali alla base delle motivazioni e delle intenzioni artistiche dell'uomo.

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Intorno alla metà degli anni Trenta del Novecento, il piccolo Henry Gustave Molaison comincia a soffrire di ripetute crisi convulsive, sviluppando un'epilessia farmaco-resistente. Quando il neurochirurgo William B. Scoville decide di sottoporlo, ormai ventisettenne, a un'operazione al cervello, il prezzo da pagare per la remissione delle crisi sarà, per Henry, il manifestarsi di una severa amnesia anterograda: l'incapacità, cioè, di ricordare le sequenze della sua vita successive all'operazione - al punto da salutare ogni giorno persone note come se le incontrasse per la prima volta, cominciando dai medici. Da quel momento, Henry diventerà semplicemente H. M., l'acronimo più pervasivo e perturbante di tutta la letteratura neuroscientifica degli ultimi decenni. Esito di una frequentazione professionale e umana di quasi mezzo secolo, quello di Suzanne Corkin non è "un" libro, ma "il" libro su un caso cui si devono scoperte decisive sulla natura della memoria e sugli specifici processi attraverso i quali viene costruita ("Il cervello di Henry" scrive la Corkin "ha risposto a più domande sulla memoria di quanto abbiano fatto gli studi scientifici dei cento anni precedenti"). Un libro che ci offre, oltre a uno dei più intensi 'ritratti clinici', una affascinante riflessione sulla tessitura fragile e tenace, coerente e composita, che sta alla base dell'identità di ognuno di noi.

Clinically oriented and student-friendly, Basic Clinical Neuroscience provides the anatomic and pathophysiologic basis necessary to understand neurologic abnormalities. This concise but comprehensive text emphasizes the localization of specific medically important anatomic structures and clinically important pathways, using anatomy-enhancing illustrations. Updated throughout to reflect recent advances in the field, the Third Edition features new clinical boxes, over 100 additional review questions, and striking full color artwork. Features Include:* Clinical Connection boxes* Review questions at the end of each chapter and detailed answers in the back of the book* An entire chapter on locating lesions* An atlas of myelin-stained sections* Unique, hand-drawn, full color artwork* A glossary of key terms

Reflecting recent changes in the way cognition and the brain are studied, this thoroughly updated third edition of the best-selling textbook provides a comprehensive and student-friendly guide to cognitive neuroscience. Jamie Ward provides an easy-to-follow introduction to neural structure and function, as well as all the key methods and procedures of cognitive neuroscience, with a view to helping students understand how they can be used to shed light on the neural basis of cognition. The book presents an up-to-date overview of the latest theories and findings in all the key topics in cognitive neuroscience, including vision, memory, speech and language, hearing, numeracy, executive function, social and emotional behaviour and developmental neuroscience, as well as a new chapter on attention. Throughout, case studies, newspaper reports and everyday examples are used to help students understand the more challenging ideas that underpin the subject. In addition each chapter includes: * Summaries of key terms and points * Example essay questions * Recommended further reading * Feature boxes exploring interesting and popular questions and their implications for the subject. Written in an engaging style by a leading researcher in the field, and presented in full-color including numerous illustrative materials, this book will be invaluable as a core text for undergraduate modules in cognitive neuroscience. It can also be used as a key text on courses in cognition, cognitive neuropsychology, biopsychology or brain and behavior. Those embarking on research will find it an invaluable starting point and reference. The Student's Guide to Cognitive Neuroscience, 3rd Edition is supported by a companion website, featuring helpful resources for both students and instructors.

LEARN NEUROSCIENCE IN THE CONTEXT OF REAL-LIFE PATIENTS AND PREPARE FOR THE BOARDS Experience with clinical cases is key to excelling on the USMLE Step 1 and shelf exams, and ultimately to providing patients with competent clinical care. Case Files: Neuroscience provides 49 true-to-life cases thatillustrate essential concepts in this field. Each case includes an easy-tounderstand discussion correlated to essential basic science concepts, definitions of key terms, neuroscience pearls, and USMLE-style review questions. With Case Files, you'll learn instead of memorize. Learn from 49 high-yield cases, each with board-style questions and key-point pearls Master complex concepts through clear and concise discussions Practice with review questions to reinforce learning Polish your approach to clinical problem-solving Perfect for medical, physical therapy, and neuroscience students preparing for course exams and the Boards

Drug prescribing is one of the most important parts of clinical practice. Yet it remains one of the most commonly failed components of undergraduate assessments, and accounts for an uncomfortably high proportion of medical errors. To remedy this, the Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA) exam has been introduced in the UK. It is compulsory and will set a minimum standard for safe prescribing. Failure will preclude GMC registration. Pass the PSA is written specifically for the exam, with one chapter dedicated to each PSA section.

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Neuroanatomy and Neuroscience at a Glance provides a user-friendly introduction to the anatomy, biochemistry, physiology and pharmacology of the human nervous system within one, succinct, highly-illustrated volume. The double page spreads begin by summarising the anatomical structure and function of the different components of the central nervous system, followed by a section on applied neurobiology which outlines how to approach the patient with neurological and psychiatric problems and provides an overview of treatment and management options. Key features of this fourth edition include: A manageable overview of the structure and function of the central nervous system Full guidance on how to approach the patient with neurological problems and the investigations used in the most common scenarios Cases highlighting the clinical relevance of the basic neuroscience New chapters on the major neurotransmitters of the CNS and their functions, the enteric nervous system and stroke A fully updated companion website with interactive self-assessment questions and case studies, flashcards and revision notes at www.ataglanceseries.com/neuroscience Neuroanatomy and Neuroscience at a Glance is the ideal companion for anyone about to start a basic neuroanatomy or neuroscience course, or can be used as a refresher for those in clinical training.

This new title in the best-selling "Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews" series presents essential coverage of neuroscience focusing on topics related to human health and disease. "Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews: Neuroscience" includes the popular features of the series: abundance of full-color, annotated illustrations; chapter overviews; expanded outline format; chapter summaries; and, review questions that link basic science to real-life clinical situations. This book can be used as a text for a stand-alone neuroscience/neuroanatomy course in medical, health professions, and upper-level undergraduate programs or as a review for boards. It offers a companion website that features the fully searchable online text, an interactive Question Bank for students, an Image Bank for instructors to use to create PowerPoint presentations, and animations created at the authors' school.

New Edition of the Bestseller Praise for the Second Edition:Easy to read...chapters are well written...relevant and valuable...can be used as introductory literature...as well as provide refreshing readings for clinicians in the field.--Logopedics, Phoniatrics, Vocology In Aphasia and Related Neurogenic Language Disorders - now in a concise, fully updated Fourth Edition - world-renowned authorities provide in-depth information on the characteristics and etiology of brain-based disorders. Succinct chapters cover the latest advances in the management of aphasia, traumatic brain injury, dementias, and right hemisphere syndrome. In this edition, for the first time, the expert authors present a modern approach that goes beyond traditional assessment and treatment to incorporate contemporary cultural, linguistic, and quality-of-life concerns. Features: * Integrates the clinical and humanistic aspects related to aphasia in a way that accurately reflects how the discipline is being taught in classrooms today * Full-color illustrations of the brain and nervous system supplement expanded chapters on neuroanatomy and neurophysiology * Easy-to-read textboxes and review questions at the end of each chapter are ideal for quick reference and self-study The most comprehensive yet succinct resource available in the field today, this reference is a must-have for every student, resident, or practitioner involved in speech language pathology and the treatment of communication disorders.