PSYC 4270 Chapter 19:
11 Feb 2019
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Pediatrics in neuropsychology not as studied because plasticity is thought to protect young brain against damage and also there were no adequate measurements for young people. Three unique factors shape service provision by pediatric neuropsychologists in rehabilitation settings: the importance of development as a determinant of brain-behavior relationships in children. A developing central nervous system and a constantly changing level of skills. Behaviors that are normal and expected at one age level can be abnormal and unexpected at subsequent ages (e. g, falling on the floor in a temper tantrum is normal in a 2-year-old but is unusual in a 12-year-old) Developmental milestones typically emerge unevenly, with substantial variability in rate of skills acquisition both within and across children the emphasis in rehabilitation on treatment goals and functional outcomes, as opposed to diagnosis. Determine the child"s cognitive, behavioral, social, and emotional competencies. Document changes in functioning over time indicate to what extent presenting problems are related to neurological dysfunction.
