Publication Year: 2011
Edition: 1st
Authors/Editor: Demakis, George J.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 978-0-19-977406-7
Doody's Star Rating®:
Score: 96The first part of this volume reviews and synthesizes the research literature on neuropsychological aspects of civil capacities. The specific capacities addressed include driving, financial and healthcare decision-making, testamentary (i.e., will-making) capacity, and personal care and independence. Each chapter addresses relevant background issues, conceptual/theoretical advances, and empirical findings. The chapters also include an illustrative case study that demonstrates how the authors (each expert in the various areas) evaluated and conceptualized the case.