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About the Author |
| Bruce F. Pennington, PhD, is John Evans Professor of Psychology at the University of Denver, where he heads the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience program. He received his BA in English at Harvard University in 1968 and his PhD in Clinical Psychology at Duke University in 1977. He has earned an international reputation for his research on dyslexia, autism, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and has published over 150 scientific papers on these topics. His honors include Research Scientist, MERIT, and Fogarty awards from the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Pennington's earlier book, Diagnosing Learning Disorders , emphasizes a close relation between research and practice. In addition to being a researcher and research mentor, he is also a child clinical neuropsychologist and has been active in clinical practice and training throughout his career.
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Summary
This volume synthesizes the available information on learning disorders, providing an accessible, practical guide for practitioners who diagnose and treat these children. Diagnosing Learning Disorders combines a comprehensive review of the etiology and neuropsychology of each disorder with a detailed section on diagnosis and treatment.
Reviews
"Recommended for all who are responsible for the diagnosis and management of children with learning disorders."
-Hospital and Community Psychiatry
"A useful resource for the clinician who is a non-specialist in the neuropsychological arena, and of interest for the neuropsychologist...a clear and easy-to-follow writing style that makes the complex areas...quite understandable....Worthwhile reading."
-Behavior Change
"The book provides a usable model for conceptualizing breakdowns in the learning process. This model can contribute substantially to the diagnostic sophistication of us all."
-M. D. Levine, MD
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