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Multiple Sclerosis: Understanding the Cognitive Challenges
Contributor(s): Larocca, Nicholas (Author), Kalb, Rosalind (Author)
ISBN: 193260331X     ISBN-13: 9781932603316
Publisher: Demos Medical Publishing
OUR PRICE:   $17.96  
Product Type: Paperback
Published: June 2006
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Annotation: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society estimates that more than half of all people with multiple sclerosis (MS) will suffer some form of cognitive symptoms. MS damages both myelin and the nerve cells within the brain, thereby compromising a variety of the brain's functions, including memory, spatial relationships, abstract reasoning and problem-solving, and attention and concentration. Although these symptoms manifest themselves in different forms, they are always frightening, and can be devastating in daily life. Despite the prevalence of these disabling symptoms among people living with multiple sclerosis, there is a dearth of literature on this important topic. Multiple Sclerosis: Understanding the Cognitive Challenges is the first comprehensive discussion of MS-related cognitive dysfunction, including the changes that can occur, their assessment and treatment, and strategies for dealing with their impact in daily life.
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BISAC Categories:
- Health & Fitness | Diseases - Nervous System (incl. Brain)
- Medical | Neurology
Dewey: 616.834
LCCN: 2006006253
Physical Information: 0.37" H x 7" W x 10.03" (0.69 lbs) 152 pages
 
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Despite the prevalence of disabling cognitive symptoms among people living with multiple sclerosis, there is a dearth of literature on this important topic. Multiple Sclerosis: Understanding the Cognitive Challenges is the first comprehensive discussion of MS-related cognitive dysfunction, including the changes that can occur, their assessment and treatment, and strategies for dealing with their impact in daily life.

Written by two clinical psychologists with special expertise in MS, and with contributions by two leading neuropsychologists, the book answers all questions patients may have about their condition, including:

  • A definition of cognition and discussion of the processes that underlie human thought
  • The emotional and social impact of cognitive changes
  • The neuropsychological evaluation of cognitive symptoms
  • Detailed overview of treatment options
  • Vignettes describing the real-life experiences of a person with cognitive dysfunction
  • Extensive references to the scientific literature

Combining detailed, referenced advice with hands-on strategies for living, this is the only book to provide in-depth information about cognitive dysfunction. It will be an invaluable reference to patients, families, and caregivers, as well as health professionals who care for people with MS.