PSYC310

This course is designed to introduce the student to the field of clinical neuropsychology. This course will review the anatomy and basic function of the brain, particularly that of the cerebral cortex. Major neuropsychological dysfunctions related to brain damage, as well as what neurological disorders can reveal about normal brain functioning, will be presented. Students will also gain an understanding of the typical assessment tools and procedures used for diagnosing neuropsychological disorders. Fulfills Category 6. (Formerly Category 2)