The Wechsler Memory Scale: A Guide for Clinicians and Researchers by Phillip Ken

Description: The Wechsler Memory Scale by Phillip Kent This book offers a comprehensive and critical review of all adult versions of the Wechsler Memory Scale, the most frequently used memory battery in the US, and much of the English-speaking world. It systematically traces the evolution of the test in terms of its structure and content, and discusses its many research uses. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Wechsler Memory Scale (WMS) is one of the most popular memory scales in the United States and much of the English-speaking world. This is the first book to systematically trace the evolution of the instrument in terms of its content and structure, whilst providing a guide to clinical interpretation and discussing its many research uses. The Wechsler Memory Scale: A Guide for Clinicians and Researchers provides a comprehensive review and synthesis of the literature on all the major editions and revisions of the WMS, including the Wechsler Memory Scale-I, Wechsler Memory Scale-Revised, Wechsler Memory Scale-III, and the Wechsler Memory Scale-IV. It discusses major factor analytic studies of each version of the test, clinical interpretation of each version including studies on malingering, uses of each version with special populations, and makes suggestions for the next revision (i.e, the WMS-V).This book is designed to be a go-to source for all graduate students, clinicians and researchers who use the Wechsler Memory Scale, as well as to institutions offering formal training in adult clinical and neuropsychological assessment. Author Biography Phillip L. Kent, PsyD, spent over 40 years practicing in the field of psychology. He has worked in schools, public state psychiatric hospitals, mental health centres, nursing homes, and private practice. He holds five graduate degrees in general experimental psychology, clinical psychology, school psychology, and gerontological studies, and is a diplomate with the American Board of Professional Neuropsychology with added qualifications in geriatric neuropsychology. Table of Contents Introduction Chapter 1: Methodology Chapter 2: A history of the origins and evolution of Wechslers memory scales Chapter 3: The evolution of the core subtests Chapter 4: Selected factor analytic studies of the Wechsler Memory Scales: Recurrent themes Chapter 5: Clinical and research uses of the Wechsler Memory Scales Chapter 6: Clinical interpretation of the Wechsler Memory Scales Chapter 7: Afterword: Glancing back and looking ahead to the Wechsler Memory Scale-V References Review "Kent provides a careful and comprehensive history of the development of the Wechsler Memory Scale. The clinical sections regarding memory difficulties associated with various forms of neuropsychopathology and the discussion of the clinical interpretation of the scale are unique and very valuable. There is a real need for this book." - Arthur MacNeill Horton Jr, Chief, Neuropsychology Section, Psych Associates of Maryland, Towson, Maryland, USA. Review Quote "Kent provides a careful and comprehensive history of the development of the Wechsler Memory Scale. The clinical sections regarding memory difficulties associated with various forms of neuropsychopathology and the discussion of the clinical interpretation of the scale are unique and very valuable. There is a real need for this book." - Arthur MacNeill Horton Jr, Chief, Neuropsychology Section, Psych Associates of Maryland, Towson, Maryland, USA. Details ISBN0367461668 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Year 2020 ISBN-10 0367461668 ISBN-13 9780367461669 Format Hardcover Imprint Routledge Subtitle A Guide for Clinicians and Researchers Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations 28 Tables, black and white DEWEY 153.120287 Pages 210 Language English AU Release Date 2020-04-20 NZ Release Date 2020-04-20 Publication Date 2020-04-20 UK Release Date 2020-04-20 Author Phillip Kent Alternative 9780367461652 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135080813;

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