THE FRONTAL lobes can be subdivided into major functional neuroanatomical domains,
which, when injured, surgically destroyed, or reduced in activity or volume, give rise to …

This exciting volume brings together the latest work of 26 recognized experts in clinical
neuropsychiatry, neuropsychology, neuroscience, and neuroimaging. Its chapters are …

Examination of mood and behaviour changes after frontal damage may contribute to
understanding the functional role of distinct prefrontal areas in depression and anxiety …

Historically, frontal lobe functions have been poorly under-Stood. Although their role in
emotion and psychopathology was recognized early on (Moniz, 1940), the prefrontal cortex …

The human frontal lobes mediate the behaviors that most distinguish man from animals.
Even higher nonhuman primates lack the empathy, regret, sarcasm, social awareness …

Nine case descriptions illustrate the three major prefrontal syndromes seen in clinical
practice: disorganized type, disinhibited type, and apathetic type. A mixture of symptoms …

OBJECTIVE: Orbitofrontal cortex lesions produce disinhibited or socially inappropriate
behavior and emotional irregularities. Characteristics of borderline personality disorder …

Although this is a time of unprecedented progress in cognitive neuroscience, clinicians who
evaluate and treat frontal lobe dysfunction still face many of the frustrations encountered by …

Four cases with neuroradiologically verified frontal lobe damage are reviewed in terms of
neuropsychological test performance and behavioral outcome. Frontal damage may result in …

The precise anatomical correlates of “executive functions” are still a matter of debate. The
assessment of cognitive functions in patients with frontal lobe lesions has led to the term …