Blackwell Handbooks of Behavioral Neuroscience

The reference is a broad-ranging review of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias from both basic and clinical neuroscience perspectives; it provides scientists and medical professionals with an extensive introduction and an up-to-date review of cutting-edge scientific advances. • Brings the reader up-to-date with cutting-edge developments in this exciting and fast-paced field • Summarizes the most recent developments in the fields of Alzheimer's disease and dementia • Brings together articles from a prominent and international group of contributors • Encompasses a unique range of topics, combining basic molecular perspectives and cognitive neurosciences

“The Handbook of Stress: Neuropsychological Effects on the Brain” is an authoritative guide to the effects of stress on brain health, with a collection of articles that reflect the most recent findings in the field. • Presents cutting edge findings on the effects of stress on brain health • Examines stress influences on brain plasticity across the lifespan, including links to anxiety, PTSD, and clinical depression • Features contributions by internationally recognized experts in the field of brain health • Serves as an essential reference guide for scholars and advanced students

This handbook provides a comprehensive review of developments in the relationship between the brain and language from both basic research and clinical neuroscience perspectives. Contributions from leading figures emphasize state-of-the-art methodologies and their application to the central questions of the field. Including research that focuses on all parts of language, from syntax and semantics to the neuropsychology of both spoken and written language, the articles explore the variety of methodologies used in this area, including brain imaging, electrophysiology, and transcranial magnetic stimulation. The contributors cover a wide range of issues, including basic and high level linguistic functions, individual differences as well as group studies, and neurologically intact and different clinical populations. Addressing a wide range of issues using a unique combination of basic science and clinical research, “The Handbook of the Neuropsychology of Language” offers a complete and up-to-date look at the field.

“Handbook of Behavioral Medicine” presents a comprehensive overview of the current use of behavioral science techniques in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of various health related disorders. • Features contributions from a variety of internationally recognized experts in behavioral medicine and related fields • Includes authors from education, social work, and physical therapy • Addresses foundational issues in behavioral medicine in Volume 1, including concepts, theories, treatments, doctor/patient relationships, common medical problems, behavioral technologies, assessment, and methodologies • Focuses on medical interface in Volume 2, including issues relating to health disorders and specialties; social work, medical sociology, and psychosocial aspects; and topics relating to education and health 2 Volumes