This seminar provides an in-depth examination of developmental, cognitive and linguistic disorders from neuropsychological, developmental and cognitive perspectives. The course covers various forms of mental retardation and learning disabilities. Featured topics include autism, specific language impairment, Down syndrome, Fragile X, Williams syndrome, PKU, nonverbal learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, and dyslexia. Students will study the theoretical underpinning and consequences of these diagnostic categories, will read the research literature with critical eye, and will gain some familiarity with assesssment tools.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture Seminar
Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: SBS PSYC
Prerequisites: PSYC105
Last Updated on MAR-03-1998
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