Mind, Mood, and Memory: The Neurobehavioral Consequences of Multiple Sclerosis

This book is a unique resource for healthcare practitioners caring for people with multiple sclerosis, endorsed by The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers. It documents the effects of MS on cognition, information processing speed, learning and memory, executive function, personality, mood, and behavior, and provides recommendations for evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 26 April 2022
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press

A comprehensive and invaluable resource for healthcare professionals who provide care to individuals living with multiple sclerosis (MS). This book has been endorsed by The Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers, highlighting its significance in the field. MS, a progressive neurologic disease, presents a wide range of physical symptoms, but it is important to recognize that the neurobehavioral consequences of MS can be equally devastating and debilitating, often going unreported and undertreated. In his new book, Dr. Anthony Feinstein, a neuropsychiatrist, delves into the profound effects of MS on cognition, information processing speed, learning and memory, executive function, personality, mood, and behavior.

Feinstein addresses a multitude of topics, including:
• The common cognitive challenges faced by individuals with MS, such as slowed information processing speed, impaired memory, and executive function deficits.
• Psychiatric disorders that often co-occur with MS, including depression and psychosis, highlighting the need for comprehensive treatment approaches.
• The latest scientific advancements and treatment data relevant to psychiatric and cognitive disorders in MS.
• Mind, Mood, and Memory in Multiple Sclerosis is enriched by compelling case histories that vividly illustrate each cognitive and emotional disorder, providing a deeper understanding for healthcare professionals and individuals with MS alike.
• Feinstein offers practical recommendations for evidence-based therapeutic interventions, empowering healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care and support.
• Written in a clear and accessible style, this book appeals to a wide audience, including neurologists, psychiatrists, neuropsychiatrists, neuropsychologists, psychologists, occupational therapists, and nurses, as well as individuals with MS and their caregivers, family, and friends.

By providing a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted effects of MS on cognition, behavior, and mental well-being, Mind, Mood, and Memory in Multiple Sclerosis serves as a vital tool for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance the lives of those affected by this challenging disease.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 160 x 236 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781421443232