Psychological Techniques In Neurological Diagnosis

New York: A Hoeber Medical Book. Harper & Row (c.1962) A guide to the use of Psychological techniques in the diagnosis of central nervous system disorders. Bessie B. Burgemeister, Ph.D.... formerly Research Assistant, Department of Neurology, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York City. The book explains the relation of psychology to neurology and describes the tools of both the neurologist and pschologist in detecting disturbances.... Complete case histories are given for a wide range of disorders : epilepsy, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, head injuries, geriatric difficulties, etc, etc. For the neuropsychologist, the book summarizes available techniques and shows their application to clinical cases; for the neurologist, it points out the assets and limitations of psychological techniques in various central nervous disorders; for the lawyer, it emphasizes the value of psychological tests and testimony in establishing the degree or presence of brain damage in court cases..... Preface by the author. Seven detailed chapters and index provided. Bibliography, author index and subject index will be found.Blue cloth boards. Silver title print to spine. A bright, handsome book in a price intact still-bright dust jacket. No sign of previous ownership. A Very Nice Copy!. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Near Fine.