PSYC 361 - Human Neuropsychology

Institution:

Clark University

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Description:

This course provides a broad overview of neuropsychology for undergraduate and graduate students. The goal of the course is to provide students with knowledge of brain and behavior relationships. Students will learn how the brain governs primary cognitive domains such as memory, attention, executive functions, and intelligence. We will also examine the neuropsychological tests used to evaluate the various cognitive domains, students will become familiar with the format and type of information provided in neuropsychological reports, and we will discuss some of the disorders typically seen in individuals referred for neuropsychological evaluations such as dementias, traumatic brain injury, learning disabilities, ADHD etc.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Other

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Institution Website:

www.clarku.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 793-7711

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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