Pediatric Neurotoxicology [electronic resource] : Academic and Psychosocial Outcomes /
Riccio, Cynthia A.editor.
Sullivan, Jeremy R.editor.
Pediatric Neurotoxicology Academic and Psychosocial Outcomes Cynthia A. Riccio and Jeremy R. Sullivan, editors This comprehensive guide details the harmful effects of a wide range of neurotoxins on the developing brain, emphasizing cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral outcomes. It describes the mechanisms involved as neurotoxicity impacts the brain during pre- and postnatal exposure to alcohol, nicotine, prescription and street drugs, and environmental and chemical toxins. These robust findings are compatible with current understanding of neurodevelopment, and with current technological and other methods of identifying damage to children’s brain-behavior structures and functioning. In addition, contributors identify factors that may reduce negative outcomes as well as offer recommendations for interventions and preventive strategies. Included in the coverage: Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.
Introduction. - Fetal alcohol effects -- In utero exposure to nicotine -- In utero exposure to cocaine and amphetamines -- In utero exposure to opiates and marijuana -- In utero exposure to anti-epileptic drugs -- In utero exposure to psychiatric medications -- Direct exposure to pesticides -- Direct exposure to metals, especially lead -- Direct exposure to environmental pollutants -- Conclusion.
Pediatric Neurotoxicology Academic and Psychosocial Outcomes Cynthia A. Riccio and Jeremy R. Sullivan, editors This comprehensive guide details the harmful effects of a wide range of neurotoxins on the developing brain, emphasizing cognitive, academic, emotional, and behavioral outcomes. It describes the mechanisms involved as neurotoxicity impacts the brain during pre- and postnatal exposure to alcohol, nicotine, prescription and street drugs, and environmental and chemical toxins. These robust findings are compatible with current understanding of neurodevelopment, and with current technological and other methods of identifying damage to children’s brain-behavior structures and functioning. In addition, contributors identify factors that may reduce negative outcomes as well as offer recommendations for interventions and preventive strategies. Included in the coverage: Psychology, clinical.
Pediatrics.
Developmental psychology.
Social work.
Neuropsychology.
Pediatrics.
Child and School Psychology.
Social Work.