Publisher's Synopsis
Head trauma patients present unique challenges to all professionals involved in their care and treatment. "Assessment of the Behavioural Consequences of Head Trauma" reveals the complex and dynamic nature of the disabling effects of head injury and how these effects demand constant evaluation throughout the post trauma course to ensure the maximum degree of recovery possible. The book details the kind of assessment required at every stage following head trauma, from acute care through rehabilitation and vocational training to community re-entry or long term placement.;Specifically, it discusses the neuropsychological functions most vulnerable to impairment, including communication abilities, cognition and emotional and executive capacities. In addition, the book covers particular problems involved in assessing closed head injuries and mild damage.
