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\u003cp\u003eThis is a clinically accessible reference guide to acquired brain injuries (ABIs) that provides medical and nonmedical healthcare professionals who work with patients in brain trauma and rehabilitation settings with easily understandable information about this population. It provides physicians, psychologists, social workers, counselors, nurses, other allied health professionals, and particularly trainees with short clinical synopses of a full range of ABIs, from causes through diagnoses and treatment. \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by expert authors, the resource summarizes knowledge on the most prevalent ABIs in a clear, consistent format including overview, etiology, epidemiology, clinical presentation (including cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and sensorimotor), diagnostic considerations, evidence-based treatments, prognosis, and an illustrative case study. Psychosocial considerations for ABI patients, an important component of care, are also addressed.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eDelivers information in a concise, quick reference format\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWritten in accessible language\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eInforms a wide range of healthcare professionals and trainees\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCovers a full gamut of ABIs\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAuthored by recognized experts in the field\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e |