Key Topics in Clinical Neuropsychology: From Science to Practice - Paperback

by Sara Da Silva Ramos (Author), Christopher Byrne (Author), Rudi Coetzer (Author)

This text provides a concise and engaging introduction to the science and practice of clinical neuropsychology. It takes readers on a journey beginning with the history of discipline, through exploring some of the classic case studies in neuropsychology which have brought valuable insights into understanding how the brain works.

Author Biography

Sara da Silva Ramos is a chartered psychologist, senior research fellow at Brainkind, a UK charity, and visiting researcher at the University of Surrey. Her research focuses on brain injury outcomes and rehabilitation. She values multidisciplinary collaboration and is passionate about communicating science and research to all audiences.

Christopher Byrne is a senior clinical lecturer at the University of Liverpool and works clinically within the NHS (North Wales Brain Injury Service). His interests include neuropsychological assessment and neurorehabilitation following acquired brain injury. His research has been recognised by the British Neuropsychological Society; he has received the Humphreys and Riddoch Prize.

Rudi Coetzer is the research director of Brainkind and is an honorary professor at the School of Psychology, Bangor University. He previously worked as a consultant neuropsychologist in the NHS for 23 years.