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Academic Year 2000/2001

Introduction to Clinical Neuropsychology
PSYC 282 FA
Crosslistings:
NS&B 282

This introductory course will examine the relationship between brain functioning and cognition, behavior, and emotion. The course will begin with a brief overview of basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, followed by an exploration of neuropsychological assessment (its history, rationale, goals, and procedures). These topics will provide a foundation for the discussion of more specific topics in neuropsychology (e.g., traumatic brain injury, dementia, psychiatric disorders, alcohol an d drug abuse, cerebrovascular disorders, seizure disorders, learning disabilities, etc.) and the role that neuropsychologists play in the evaluation and treatment of individuals with these disorders.

MAJOR READINGS

A collection of readings will be required, and occasional handouts from instructor.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Midterm exam, final exam, and a written assignment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Students must have taken one of the courses in psychology: PSYC250, PSYC251, PSYC252, OR PSYC272; and one of the courses in Neuroscience: NS&B213, NS&B255/PSYC255 OR NS&B275/PSYC275. If not then students must talk with instructor. This is an elective course in psychology. Psychology majors must be graded A-F. Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM PSYC    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-26-2001

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