{"product_id":"multiple-sclerosis-understanding-the-cognitive-challenges-9781932603316","title":"Multiple Sclerosis: Understanding the Cognitive Challenges","description":"\"Despite the prevalence of disabling cognitive symptoms among people living with multiple sclerosis, there is a dearth of literature on this important topic. \u003ci\u003eMultiple Sclerosis: Understanding the Cognitive Challenges\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003cp\u003eWritten 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: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA definition of cognition and discussion of the processes that underlie human thought \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe emotional and social impact of cognitive changes \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe neuropsychological evaluation of cognitive symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed overview of treatment options \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVignettes describing the real-life experiences of a person with cognitive dysfunction \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive references to the scientific literature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombining 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.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLarocca, Nicholas:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr. Nicholas LaRocca\u003c\/b\u003e, a clinical psychologist who has worked in the field of multiple sclerosis for over 27 years, is director of Health Care Delivery and Policy Research at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Dr. LaRocca has led support groups for persons with MS and their spouses, and has given workshops and presentations for both lay and professional audiences, particularly in the area of cognition. He is the author of a number of scientific papers and book chapters, and serves on the editorial boards of \u003ci\u003eThe Journal of Rehabilitation Research\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eReal Living with MS.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Demos Medical Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50364111356178,"sku":"9781932603316","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_9d599ae7-9ec7-4a20-8521-7e25ee3eafb6.jpg?v=1728427219","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/multiple-sclerosis-understanding-the-cognitive-challenges-9781932603316","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}