Pediatric Neurotoxicology: Academic and Psychosocial Outcomes by Cynthia A. Ricc

Description: Pediatric Neurotoxicology by Cynthia A. Riccio, Jeremy R. Sullivan This book focuses on children and the impact of neurotoxins on the developing brain to guide the practice of psychologists working with children in clinical and school settings. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book focuses on children and the impact of neurotoxins on the developing brain to guide the practice of psychologists working with children in clinical and school settings. Each chapter covers a distinct neurotoxin or group of neurotoxins, with particular emphasis on the impact of the neurotoxin exposure on the developing brain and long-term cognitive and psychosocial outcomes. This is more complex than studying neurotoxins with adults because of the rapid development occurring in the childs brain. Further, children are more susceptible than adults to the effects of neurotoxins due to their developmental status. Many of the effects discussed in this volume occur in utero, thus setting the stage for an altered developmental trajectory. Back Cover Pediatric Neurotoxicology Academic and Psychosocial Outcomes Cynthia A. Riccio and Jeremy R. Sullivan, editors This comprehensive guide details the harmful effects of a wide range of neurotoxins on the developing brain, emphasizing cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral outcomes. It describes the mechanisms involved as neurotoxicity impacts the brain during pre- and postnatal exposure to alcohol, nicotine, prescription and street drugs, and environmental and chemical toxins. These robust findings are compatible with current understanding of neurodevelopment, and with current technological and other methods of identifying damage to childrens brain-behavior structures and functioning. In addition, contributors identify factors that may reduce negative outcomes as well as offer recommendations for interventions and preventive strategies. Included in the coverage: Author Biography Cynthia A. Riccio, Ph.D. is a professor and the director of training in the school psychology program at Texas A&M University; she also has a faculty appointment at the Texas A&M Institute of Neuroscience (TAMIN). Dr. Riccios primary research interests include learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, neuropsychology, and individual assessment. She has authored or co-authored more than 60 articles, 26 book chapters, 2 texts, and 2 edited texts, as well as one test instrument. Dr. Riccio is an active member in many professional organizations such as the American Psychological Association (Divisions 16, 40, 54), National Association of School Psychologists, Society for the Study of School Psychology, National Academy of Neuropsychology, and the International Neuropsychological Society. She is currently president-elect for the Society for the Study of School Psychology. She serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment and is onreview boards for many other professional journals. Jeremy R. Sullivan, Ph.D. is an associate professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Dr. Sullivan received a B.S. in psychology from Sam Houston State University and a Ph.D. in school psychology from Texas A&M University. He is a licensed psychologist, licensed specialist in school psychology, and nationally certified school psychologist. Prior to joining the faculty at UTSA, he worked as a school psychologist for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD in Houston. Dr. Sullivan currently serves as the coordinator of the masters program in school psychology at UTSA. He also serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment, and is on the editorial review board of psychology in the schools. Table of Contents Introduction. - Fetal alcohol effects.- In utero exposure to nicotine.- In utero exposure to cocaine and amphetamines.- In utero exposure to opiates and marijuana.- In utero exposure to anti-epileptic drugs.- In utero exposure to psychiatric medications.- Direct exposure to pesticides.- Direct exposure to metals, especially lead.- Direct exposure to environmental pollutants.- Conclusion. Review "Pediatric Neurotoxicology: Academic and Psychosocial Outcomes, a small but packed volume on the short- and long-term effects of pediatric neurotoxicity. Published as part of a series entitled Specialty Topics in Pediatric Neuropsychology, this small book should be included as a basic reference for beginning students in human genetics or neurodevelopment, pediatric clinicians, teachers, and human service providers in the foster care and adoption systems." (Barbara Y. Whitman, PsycCRITIQUES, Vol. 62 (7), February, 2017) Long Description This book focuses on children and the impact of neurotoxins on the developing brain to guide the practice of psychologists working with children in clinical and school settings. Each chapter covers a distinct neurotoxin or group of neurotoxins, with particular emphasis on the impact of the neurotoxin exposure on the developing brain and long-term cognitive and psychosocial outcomes. This is more complex than studying neurotoxins with adults because of the rapid development occurring in the childs brain. Further, children are more susceptible than adults to the effects of neurotoxins due to their developmental status. Many of the effects discussed in this volume occur in utero, thus setting the stage for an altered developmental trajectory. Review Quote "Pediatric Neurotoxicology: Academic and Psychosocial Outcomes, a small but packed volume on the short- and long-term effects of pediatric neurotoxicity. Published as part of a series entitled Specialty Topics in Pediatric Neuropsychology, this small book should be included as a basic reference for beginning students in human genetics or neurodevelopment, pediatric clinicians, teachers, and human service providers in the foster care and adoption systems." (Barbara Y. Whitman, PsycCRITIQUES, Vol. 62 (7), February, 2017) Feature Emphasizes academic and psychosocial outcomes, rather than primarily medical outcomes Provides practitioners with considerations for clinical intervention and classroom accommodations Details the harmful effects of a wide range of neurotoxins on the developing brain, emphasizing cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral outcomes Details ISBN3319323563 Short Title PEDIATRIC NEUROTOXICOLOGY 2016 Language English ISBN-10 3319323563 ISBN-13 9783319323565 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 155.4 Year 2016 Imprint Springer International Publishing AG Subtitle Academic and Psychosocial Outcomes Place of Publication Cham Country of Publication Switzerland Edited by Jeremy R. Sullivan Edition 1st Illustrations 1 Illustrations, black and white; XIV, 198 p. 1 illus. DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-32358-9 Author Jeremy R. Sullivan Pages 198 Publisher Springer International Publishing AG Edition Description 1st ed. 2016 Publication Date 2016-08-18 Alternative 9783319812663 Audience Professional & Vocational Series Specialty Topics in Pediatric Neuropsychology We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:100256436;

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