The Human Frontal Lobes, Third Edition Functions and Disorders

"Subject Areas/Keywords: brains, cognitive, diseases, dysfunctions, executive functions, frontal-subcortical circuits, frontotemporal dementia, human frontal lobes, lesions, mental disorders, networks, neuroanatomy, neurological, neurology, neuronal pathways, neuropsychiatric disorders, neuropsychological assessments, neuropsychology, neuroscience, normal aging, prefrontal cortex DESCRIPTION This authoritative work, now thoroughly revised, has given thousands of clinicians, students, and researchers a state-of-the-art understanding of the human frontal lobes--the large brain region that plays a critical role in behavior, cognition, health, and disease. Leading authorities from multiple disciplines address the anatomy and chemistry of the frontal cortex, neuropsychological assessments of capabilities unique to the frontal lobes, the nature of (and possible treatment avenues for) frontotemporal dementia and related conditions, and implications for understanding and treating neuropsychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia, mania, and depression. Illustrations include eight pages in full color"--