Geriatric Neuropsychology : Practice Essentials

Advancing age is associated with a number of neurological conditions, including dementia, cerebrovascular disease, and traumatic brain injury.

In addition, chronic medical conditions, emotional disturbance, and medications may compromise the functioning of older adults.

Issues of assessment and treatment of these conditions differ significantly between younger and older adults. "Geriatric Neuropsychology" employs the contributions of well-known clinicians and researchers in examining age-related considerations in the construction of test batteries and conduction of interviews, necessary test accommodations, the relationship between test results and neuroimaging findings, common disease conditions, and specific practical issues related to sleep disorders, pain, psychiatric impairment, and substance abuse.

Addressing of common referral questions, such as decision-making capacity and consideration of pertinent ethical issues, also provides solid clinical advice to clinical practitioners and students.

A list of resources to promote quality of life in the elderly and their families is also provided.