Principles of Neuropsychological Assessment with Hispanics

Download or read book Principles of Neuropsychological Assessment with Hispanics written by Antolin M. Llorente and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is the first volume of a new series that explores diversity, culture, and ethnicity and their impact on neurological function. This volume features research-based evidence on the impact of Hispanic culture on brain-behavior relationships. Articles explore factors such as acculturation, assimilation, cultural identity, and migration patterns. Clinical issues, such as competence and minimal standards and novel approaches for appropriate assessments of Hispanic populations, are examined. You’ll discover important new findings and gain fascinating perspectives from disciplines in both the life and social sciences.