The thoroughly revised, updated Seventh Edition of this best-selling Spiral(r) Manual is a practical, accessible guide to the diagnosis and treatment of neurologic disorders. Completely reorganized for faster, easier information retrieval, this Manual is perfect for on-the-spot reference. This edition's chapters follow a systematic template, with standardized headings Description, Diagnosis, Prognosis, and Treatment. All chapters have been completely rewritten to emphasize treatment. New chapters cover sleep disorders, metabolic disorders, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and mental retardation. An updated patient information appendix lists agencies and resources for patients with specific disorders. This edition is available electronically for handheld computers. See PDA listing for details.