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Neuropsychology in Denmark

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The origins and development of neuropsychology in Denmark are briefly overviewed, as are the education and training opportunities for Danish neuropsychologists. Areas of application and research are presented, and the role of the rehabilitation of brain injury is emphasized, with specific reference being made to the Center for the Rehabilitation of Brain Injury at Copenhagen University, wherein the rehabilitation program and pertinent research ensuing from the center is presented. Future trends in Danish neuropsychology are also considered.

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  1. Center for Rehabilitation of Brain Injury, University of Copenhagen, 88, Njalsgade, 2300, Copenhagen S, Denmark

    Anne-Lise Christensen

  2. Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen, 88, Njalsgade, 2300, Copenhagen S, Denmark

    Rolf Willanger

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Christensen, AL., Willanger, R. Neuropsychology in Denmark. Neuropsychol Rev 4, 261–269 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01876077

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