Unlocking the Secrets of the Nervous System: A Comprehensive Guide to Diseases and Treatment

The study of the brain is rapidly advancing, providing fascinating insights into the underlying mechanisms of nervous system illnesses. With the advent of new tools and research fueled by public and private investment in biomedical research, our understanding of nervous system diseases has undergone a transformative shift.

In this comprehensive guide, Diseases of the Nervous System, Dr. Harald Sontheimer provides a systematic and in-depth analysis of the current state of basic and clinical knowledge for the most common neurological and neuropsychiatric conditions.

A Systematic Approach to Understanding Nervous System Diseases

Each chapter of this extensive guide covers either a single disease or a group of related disorders, ranging from static insults to primary and secondary progressive neurodegenerative diseases, neurodevelopmental illnesses, illnesses resulting from nervous system infection, and neuropsychiatric conditions.

Chapters follow a consistent format, providing a comprehensive overview of disease history, clinical presentation, disease mechanisms, and treatment protocols. Dr. Sontheimer also delves into the common concepts shared among the disorders and how new findings are being translated from the bench to the bedside.

Addressing Controversial Issues in Neuroscience Research

The guide tackles controversial issues in current day neuroscience research, including translational research, drug discovery, ethical issues, and the promises of personalized medicine.

This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for students, scholars, researchers, and medical professionals seeking to understand the state of the art in nervous system diseases and their treatment.

Award-Winning Textbook in Biological & Life Sciences

Diseases of the Nervous System is a 2016 PROSE Award winner of the Best Textbook Award in Biological & Life Sciences, providing a focused tutorial introduction to the core diseases of the nervous system.

The guide includes comprehensive introductions to:

• Stroke
• Epilepsy
• Alzheimer’s Disease
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Huntington’s Disease
• ALS
• Head and Spinal Cord Trauma
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Brain Tumors
• Depression
• Schizophrenia
• And many other diseases of the nervous system

Covers more than 40 diseases, from the foundational science to the best treatment protocols, making it an indispensable resource for those seeking to understand the complexities of nervous system diseases and their treatment.

Published by Elsevier Science, March 6, 2015. Language: English. ISBN: 9780128002445, 9780128004036.