Understanding the Biological Basis of Behavior: Developing Evidence-Based Interventions for Clinical, Counseling and School Psychologists

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An introduction to clinical neuropsychology and neuroscience for clinical, counseling, school, and health service psychologists and counselors. More concise, medically-focused, and intervention-driven than the standard competitive literature. Covers birth to geriatrics, utilizing a lifespan approach across settings and services. Foreword Preface Contents Contributors Part I: Introduction and Foundations of Clinical Practice Chapter 1: Understanding the Past, Present, and Future of Clinical Neuropsychology from a Health Service Provider Perspective Understanding the History of Clinical Neuropsychology The Past: Foundations of Clinical Neuropsychology Origins of Neuropsychology History of Rehabilitation The World Wars Early Neuropsychologists The Present: Current Practice of Clinical Neuropsychologist The Health Service Provider and Clinical Practice Understanding Medicine as It Relates to Psychology Practice of Clinical Neuropsychology Who Are Clinical Neuropsychologists? Roles and Duties Where Do Clinical Neuropsychologists Work? The Future of Clinical Neuropsychology Brain Imaging and Neurotransmission Psychopharmacology Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 2: Understanding the Development of the Central Nervous System and Its Relationship to Clinical Practice Overview Basic Brain Anatomy The Cortex The Developing Brain Development of Higher-Order Cognitive Abilities Challenges to Brain Development The Importance of Understanding Neurodevelopment for the Clinician Biological and Environmental Factors Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 3: Why Should We Care About Functional Neuroanatomy? Overview Functional Neuroanatomy and the Biological Basis of Behavior History of Functional Neuroanatomy Functional Neuroanatomy and Multicultural Issues Why Functional Neuroanatomy Is Critical to Professional Psychological Practice Functional Neuroanatomy and Its Relationship to the Future Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 4: Understanding Typical and Atypical Neurodevelopment in Children and Adults Overview Typical Neurodevelopment in Children and Adults Prenatal to Early Childhood Childhood Adolescence to Young Adult Adulthood and Aging Neurodevelopmental Manifestation in Neuropsychological Function Abnormal Neurodevelopment and Function Neurodevelopmental Models and Atypical Development Neurodevelopment and Multicultural Issues Why Understanding Neurodevelopment in Children and Adults Is Critical to Professional Psychological Practice Future Directions in Understanding Neurodevelopment in Children and Adults Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 5: Advances in Neuroimaging Overview History of Neuroimaging and Neurodiagnostic Procedures Neuroimaging and Neurodiagnostic Procedures and the Biological Basis of Behavior Computed Tomography (CT) CT Interpretation Utility of CT Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Interpreting MRI Scans Utility of MRI Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) Functional Imaging Techniques Electromagnetic Techniques Electroencephalography (EEG) Magnetoencephalography (MEG) Hemodynamic Techniques Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Part II: Using Research to Guide Neuropsychologically-Based Practice Chapter 6: Designing Single Subject Research-Based Interventions for Clinical Neuropsychology Practice Designing Single Subject Research-Based Interventions for Clinical Neuropsychology Practice History of Designing Single Subject-Based Interventions Experimental Psychology Clinical Psychology The Experimental Analysis of Behavior Applied Behavior of Analysis Single Subject Design Types and Utilization Recommendations Evidence-Based Interventions Increased Evaluation and Accountability in Single Subject Designs A Case Illustrating Single Subject Design Types ABAB Designs and Illustration Understanding Multiple-Baseline Designs with a Case Illustration Changing-Criterion Designs with a Case Illustration Multiple-Treatment Designs with a Case Illustration Quasi-single-Case Experimental Designs with a Case Illustration Other Design Options Why Do Multicultural Issues Need to Be Considered When Designing Single Subject-Based Interventions Understanding Why Understanding How Why Designing Single Subject-Based Interventions Is Critical to Professional Psychological Practice Recommendations for the Future Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 7: Qualitative Research-Based Interventions for Clinical Neuropsychology Practice Introduction Rationale for Qualitative Research Methods in Clinical Neuropsychology Qualitative Research Methods and the Biological Basis of Behavior Qualitative Research Designs in Clinical Neuropsychology Using Qualitative Assessments as a Basis for Interventions in Clinical Neuropsychology Using the Collage Life Story Elicitation Technique (CLET) Qualitative Research-Based Interventions in Clinical Neuropsychology Multicultural Considerations and Qualitative Research Methods Implications for Professional Practice Implications for the Future Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 8: Designing Quantitative Evidence-Based Interventions for Clinical Neuropsychology Practice Introduction to Quantitative Evidence-Based Interventions Boston Process Approach Lurian Model Quantitative Evidence-Based Interventions for Neurodevelopmental Disorders Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries Behavior Management Cognitive Rehabilitation Psychotherapy Individuals Presenting with Strokes Cognitive Rehabilitation Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy Psychotherapy Quantitative Evidence-Based Interventions for Academic and Vocational Functioning Learning and Memory Functioning Dyslexia Dyscalculia Dysgraphia Quantitative Evidence-Based Interventions for Neuropsychological Domains Attention Executive Functions Processing Speed Visual-Spatial Functioning Multicultural Considerations in Quantitative Evidence-Based Interventions Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past: Excelling in the Present: Transforming the Future: References Part III: Linking Assessment to Intervention in Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychology Chapter 9: Using a Standardized Neuropsychological Model to Guide a Qualitative and Quantitative Assessment for Evidence-Based Interventions The Professional Practice of Clinical Neuropsychology Neurology and Psychiatry Instruments Used in Neuropsychological Practice Specialized Techniques Mental Status Exam APGAR Glasgow Coma Scale Ranchos Los Amigos Lateral Preference How to Differentiate Neuropsychology from Neurology The Neurological Examination The Challenge of Diagnosis before Rehabilitation History of Neuropsychological Assessment for Evidence-Based Intervention Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches to Practice The Need for Innovation in Clinical Neuropsychology How Qualitative Data Should Link to the Biological Basis of Behavior Behavioral Observations Review of History/Clinical Interview Neuropsychological Models of Assessment for Intervention Luria and His Functional Integrative Systems Hemispheric Processing or Cerebral Specialization Understanding Multicultural Issues in a Neuropsychological Context Understanding and Comparing Quantitative and Qualitative Interventions Which Approach is Best? Depth of Neuropsychological Examinations Understanding a Qualitative Model to Guide Assessment for Interventions Understanding a Quantitative Model to Guide Assessment for Interventions Why Health Service Providers Need to Select an Assessment Model for Intervention Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Prevention for Intervention Integrating Clinical Neuropsychological Batteries into Interventions Evidence-Based Neuropsychological Interventions Developing and Monitoring Client Goals Conclusions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 10: Integrating Clinical Assessments to Develop Health Service Neuropsychological Interventions Overview History of Integrated Assessments for Intervention in Clinical Neuropsychology Integrated Assessments for Intervention in Clinical Neuropsychology and the Biological Basis of Behavior Visual/Spatial Assessment for Intervention Bender Visual-Motor Gestalt Test, Second Edition The Beery-Buktenica Developmental Test of Visual-Motor Integration, Sixth Edition Structure Motor-Free Visual Perception Test, Third Edition Language/Auditory Assessment for Intervention Structure Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals-5 Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test-4 Expressive One-Word Picture Vocabulary Test-4 (level 2) Learning/Memory Assessment for Intervention California Verbal Learning Test-Children’s Version Test of Memory and Learning, Second Edition Motor/Perceptual/Sensory Assessment for Intervention Dean-Woodcock Neuropsychological Battery Attention/Executive Functions Assessment for Intervention Test of Everyday Attention for Children, Second Edition Delis-Kaplan Executive Function System Academic Achievement Assessment for Intervention Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement, Third Edition Wechsler Individual Achievement Test, Third Edition Woodcock-Johnson IV Tests of Achievement, Fourth Edition Cognitive/Intellectual Assessment for Intervention Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children – Fifth Edition Woodcock Johnson IV Tests of Cognitive Abilities (Level 2) Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children, Second Edition Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales, Fifth Edition Social/Emotional/Behavioral Assessment for Intervention Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 The Behavior Assessment System for Children – Third Edition Thematic Apperception Test Kinetic Family Drawing Autism Spectrum Rating Scale Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, Third Edition Sociometric Techniques Comprehensive Measures of Neuropsychological Functioning NEPSY, Second Edition The Halstead-Reitan Neuropsychological Test Battery Introduction The Category Test The Finger Tapping Test The Grip Strength Test The Reitan-Indiana Aphasia Screening Test The Sensory-Perceptual Examination The Tactual Performance Test Review of Subtests Only on the HRNB and the HRNB-C The Tactile Form Recognition Test The Rhythm Test The Speech Sounds Perception Test The Trail Making Test Subtests Only on the RITB-C Interpretation and Intervention with the HRNB Multicultural Issues in Clinical Neuropsychology Race/Ethnicity Gender and Sexuality Language Religion Socioeconomic Status Multicultural Issues Summary Conclusions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Part IV: Interventions Driven by Behavioral Neuroscience Chapter 11: Neuropsychologically Driven Evidence-Based Interventions in Clinical Psychology Introduction to Clinical Neuropsychological Services History and Foundations of Neuropsychologically Driven Evidence-Based Interventions in Clinical Psychology History of Clinical Psychology History of Clinical Neuropsychology Estimating Premorbid Functioning Effort and Validity Testing Brain-Based Understanding of Pathology and Neurodevelopment Understanding People with ADHD Through a Neuropsychological Lens Clinical Psychology and the Biological Basis of Behavior Evidence-Based Practice Evidence-Based Practice in Neuropsychology Evidence-Based Practices with Interventions in Neuropsychology Differential Diagnosis and Clinical Neuropsychology Interventions Neuropsychological Interventions with Children Multistage N europsychol ogical Assessment-Intervention Model Clinical Psychology and Multicultural Issues Multicultural Issues in Assessment Why Neuropsychological Interventions are Critical in Clinical Practice Communicating Assessment Results to Other Professionals An Integrated Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment Evidence-Based Interventions in Clinical Neuropsychology and its Relationship to the Future Conclusions Discussion Questions: EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 12: Neuropsychologically Driven Evidence-Based Interventions in Counseling Psychology History of Neuropsychologically Driven Interventions in Counseling Psychology Multicultural Considerations for Neuropsychologically Driven Counseling Interventions Application of Research on the Biological Basis of Behavior to Counseling Psychology Why Neuropsychologically Driven Evidence-Based Interventions Are Critical to Professional Practice for Counseling Psychologists Future Directions for Neuropsychologically Driven Interventions in Counseling Psychology Conclusions Discussion Questions EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 13: Neuropsychologically Driven Evidence-Based Interventions in School Psychology Neuropsychology in the School Neuropsychological Approaches to Evidence-Based Assessment and Intervention Neuropsychological Interpretive Schemas and Case Conceptualization Neurocognitive Pattern Analysis Cognitive Attribute Matrix: Decomposition of Neurocognitive Test Response Processes The Utility of Theoretical Neurocognitive Models Data Organization for Identifying Common Neurocognitive Deficits in Multidimensional Cognitive Tests: Matrix, Model, & Match Applications in Applied Practice Conclusions Discussion Questions: EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Chapter 14: Proactive and Transformational Directions: What We Need to Learn About Our Biological Basis of Behavior for Clinical Practice Overview of the Importance of the Biological Basis of Behavior History of Health Service Psychology Clinical Training and the American Psychological Association Neuropsychology at the Systems Level Linking Neurodevelopment to Patient Functioning Early Biological Evidence of Psychiatric Problems Incorporating Psychiatric Functioning to Neuropsychological Assessment The Critical Understanding of Biological Basis of Behavior Societal Changes That Impact Quality Clinical Practices and the Future Multicultural Factors in Clinical Neuropsychology Use of Telehealth and Telepsychology Practices Teletherapy in Training Teletherapy in Practice Conclusions Discussion Questions: EPPP Sample Questions Proactive Readings Transcending the Past Excelling in the Present Transforming the Future References Appendices Appendix A: Sample Adult Neuropsychological Questionnaire Appendix B: Sample Neuropsychological Evaluation, Age 9 Appendix C: Sample Neuropsychological Evaluation, Age 12 Appendix D: Sample Neuropsychological Evaluation, Age 22 Reason for Referral Evaluation Procedures Clinical Interview Behavioral Observations Evaluation Results and Interpretation The Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale – Third Edition (WAIS-III) WAIS-III Subtest WAIS-III Composite Scores The Woodcock-Johnson - III Tests of Achievement (WJ-III Achievement) WJ-III Tests of Achievement Subtest WJ-III Composite Scores The Wechsler Memory Scale – Third Edition (WMS-III) WMS-III Subtest WMS-III Composite Scores The Halstead-Reitan Neuropsychological Test Battery The Category Test The Tactual Performance Test (TPT) The Speech-Sounds Perception Test (SSPT) The Seashore Rhythm Test (SRT) The Aphasia Screening Test (AST) Finger Oscillation Test (FOT) The Trail Making Test A & Test B Grip Strength Test (GST) Bilateral Sensory Stimulation Tests Impairment Index General Neuropsychological Deficit Scale (NDS) The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory – 2 (MMPI-2) The Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory (SASSI) The Beck Depression Inventory – 2 (BDI-II) The Rorschach Test Evaluation Summary Diagnostic Impressions Evaluation Recommendations Appendix E: Sample Neuropsychological Evaluation, Age 28 Appendix F: Sample Neuropsychological Evaluation Age 38 REASON FOR REFERRAL EVALUATION PROCEDURES BACKGROUND INFORMATION BEHAVIORAL OBSERVATIONS EVALUATION RESULTS The Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-Third Edition (WAIS-III) Woodcock-Johnson Tests of Achievement-Revised (WJ-R) The Nelson-Denny Reading Test Wechsler Memory Scale-Third Edition (WMS-III) The Halstead-Reitan Neuropsychological Test Battery (HRNB) The Category Test: The Tactual Performance Test (TPT): The Speech-Sounds Perception Test (SSPT): The Seashore-Rhythm Test (SRT): The Finger Oscillation Test or Tapping Test (FOT): Aphasia Screening Test (AST): The Sensory-Perceptual Examination (SPE): The Trail Making A & B: The Strength of Grip Test (SGT): The Halstead-Reitan Impairment Index The Halstead-Reitan General Neuropsychological Deficit Scale The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-2) The Rorschach Projective Test EVALUATION SUMMARY Index