0514-548 - Biological Bases of Mental Disorders

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

A comprehensive introduction to the biological foundations of schizophrenia, depression, autism, bipolar disorder, Tourette's syndrome, and other mental disorders. Topics include neuro-psychological testing, etiology, and structural and functional neuro-imaging. Laboratory work will focus on language and cognitive function in one or two of these disorders. Part of the biopsychology and clinical psychology tracks for the psychology degree program. This course is open to non-majors as a professional elective. It cannot be used to fulfill a liberal arts requirement. (0514-210, 350, 400) Class 4, Credit 4 (offered occasionally)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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