A History of Neuropsychology (Frontiers of Neurology and Neuroscience)

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Front Matter
Frontiers of Neurology and Neuroscience
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Contents
Preface
The Discovery of Cerebral Specialization
Abstract
Introduction
Gall’s Localization Theory
The Brain as a Double Organ: Localization without Lateralization
Left-Hemisphere Specialization
Cerebral Dominance
Right-Hemisphere Specialization
Localization of Symptoms or Localization of Function?
Explanations of Hemispheric Specialization
The Role of the Corpus Callosum
Further Developments
References
The Introduction of Emotions and Behavior in the Assessment of Neurological Patients
Abstract
Introduction
From Descriptive Single Case Reports to First Neuroanatomical Correlates
War Times, Questionnaires, and Group Studies
1980–1990s, Innovations and Emergence of Social Cognition
Conclusions
Acknowledgements
References
Anatomical Error of Pierre Marie’s “Zone Lenticulaire”
Abstract
Pierre Marie’s “Zone Lenticulaire”
Confirmation of the Missing Portions from the Brain Slice
Pierre Marie’s Error in Identifying the Cortical Areas
Why Marie Did Not Notice the Missing Parts?
Dejerine’s Error in Identifying Triangular Part
References
Gogi (Word Meaning) Aphasia and Its Relation with Semantic Dementia
Abstract
A Brief Introduction of the Japanese Script System
The Syndrome of Gogi Aphasia
An Illustrative Case
Historical Background
References
Alexia and Agraphia from 1861 to 1965
Abstract
Introduction
Setting the Stage
1861: Broca’s Aphemia
Alexia and Agraphia in the Wake of Broca’s Discovery
Alexia with and without Agraphia
Deconstruction
Apraxia and Agraphia
1965: Rediscovery and New Directions
References
Kanji (Morphogram) and Kana (Phonogram) Problem in Japanese Alexia and Agraphia
Abstract
Two Writing Systems in the Japanese Language
Kanji and Kana Problem before World War II
Kanji and Kana Problem after the War
Recent Advancement in Understanding of Kanji and Kana Problem
References
Early History of Amnesia
Abstract
Introduction
Amnesia: The Term
Descriptive and Diagnostic Considerations
Discussion and Summary
Acknowledgments
References
History of Anosognosia
Abstract
Introduction
The Main Three Steps Identified in the Construction of the Concept of Anosognosia
How Prior History and Personal Research Perspectives Influenced Anton’s and Babinski’s Contribution to the Development of
the “Anosognosia” Construct
The Selective Nature of Anosognosia
Motivational Factors Can Influence Unawareness of Illness
Anosognosia of Patients with Impaired Cognition
Concluding Remarks
References
History of Amusia
Abstract
Types of Amusia (Table 1)
Brain Lesions and Amusia
Expressive Amusia
Receptive Amusia
Amnesic Amusia
Musical Alexia: Impairment of the Ability to Read Musical Scores
Musical Alexia with Agraphia: Impairment of the Ability to Read and Write Musical Scores
Musical Agraphia: Impairment of the Ability to Write Musical Scores
Instrumental Amusia: Impairment of the Ability to Play Musical Instruments
Concluding Remarks
Acknowledgements
References
Hemineglect and Attentional Dysfunction
Abstract
Introduction
History of Terminology Describing Hemi-Inattention and Neglect
Assessment, Recovery, and Remediation of Hemi-Inattention and Neglect
Early Ideas about the Origins of Hemi-Inattention and Neglect
Summary and Discussion
Acknowledgments
References
History of “Frontal” Syndromes and Executive Dysfunction
Abstract
Introduction
Ancient Inquiry about Modern Executive Functions
Executive Function in the Dawn of Human Neuroscience
Executive Function and the “Frontal Syndromes” in Modern Neuropsychology
The Future of Executive Function
References
History of Subcortical Cognitive Impairment
Abstract
Introduction
Subcortical Dementia
Cognitive Impairment with Regional Subcortical Neuropathology
Distributed Neural Networks
Conclusion
References
History of Dementia
Abstract
Introduction
From the Greco-Roman Period to the 18th Century: The Birth of a Concept
The 19th Century: Medical Recognition of Dementia
The 20th Century: From Dementia to Senile Dementia due to AD
Vascular Dementia
SD, Primary Progressive Aphasia, and the FTD Spectrum
PD and LBD
Conclusion
References
Neurology versus Psychiatry? Hallucinations, Delusions, and Confabulations
Abstract
Introduction
Hallucinations
Delusions
Confabulations
Conclusions
References
Developmental Cognitive Deficits: A Historical Overview of Early Cases
Abstract
Introduction
Attention
Language
Dyscalculia
Perception
Music
Memory
Autism
What Can We Learn?
References
History of Neuropsychological Assessment
Abstract
Assessment: Observation, Test, and Measurement
Observation
First Steps
Towards a Neuropsychological Battery
Observation Is the Rule!
The Psychometric Approach
The Beginning of Standardization of Neuropsychological Tests
Epilogue
References
Historical Pathway from Description of Cognitive Recovery to Formal Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
Abstract
Introduction
Mythology and Religious Concepts
From the First Step of Medical School: Management of Cognitive Disorders to First Neuropsychological Rehabilitation Procedure
20th Century Genuine Take-Off of Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
Future Directions of Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
References
Shining a Light on Some of the Most Famous 19th and 20th Century’s Neuropsychologists
Abstract
Introduction
Théophile Alajouanine (1890–1980)
References
Henry Charlton Bastian (1837–1915)
References
D. Frank Benson (1928–1996)
References
Arthur L. Benton (1909–2006)
References
Julian de Ajuriaguerra (1911–1993)
References
Ennio De Renzi (1924–2016)
References
Norman Geschwind (1926–1984)
References
Kurt Goldstein (1878–1965)
References
Sir Henry Head (1861–1940)
References
Henry Hécaen (1912–1983)
References
Pierre Janet (1859–1947)
References
François Lhermitte (1921–1998)
References
Jean Lhermitte (1877–1959)
References
Hugo Karl Liepmann (1863–1925)
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Heinrich Lissauer (1861–1891)
References
Alexander Romanovich Luria (1902–1977)
References
Brenda Milner (1918–)
References
Théodule Ribot (1839–1916)
References
Charles Richet (1850–1935)
References
Paul Sollier (1861–1933)
References
Carl Wernicke (1848–1905)
References
Author Index
Subject Index
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