COU 521 - NEUROSCIENCE FOR COUNSELORS

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Counseling And Human Services

Description:

This course focuses on an introduction to neuroscience research and interventions for counselors. Philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of neurocounseling, along with current trends and emergent issues are discussed. The course will review the structures, systems and functions (i.e. neurobiology) of the brain. Counseling theories including psychodynamic, behavioral approaches, humanistic approaches, and constructivist approaches are explored in relation to neuroscience research. Disorders such as anxiety, depression, stress, addictions and substance use are discussed in relation to neurocounseling best practice.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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