PSYC-8030: Assessment: Neuropsychology

The second course in the Neuropsychology concentration focuses on the structure and function of the central nervous system, brain-behavior relationships and neuropathology. Students explore evaluation techniques for diagnosis of brain dysfunction including visual, auditory, memory and language processes and remedial strategies for neuropsychological dysfunction. This course addresses assessment and interpretation of the relationship between nervous system function, cognition, emotion and behavior; and applies this knowledge to the design of individualized patient intervention. A domain approach to neuropsychological assessment is used. Students gain an understanding of the field through review of the constructs under consideration in the assessment process and their relation to particular assessment instruments. Students review child, adolescent, and adult measures. The psychosocial adjustment of patients and the dynamics among individuals involved in their care is additionally emphasized. The course takes an interdisciplinary approach, integrating information from medicine (neurology, neuroradiology, psychiatry, and psychology. Students are assigned readings as well as acquiring knowledge through re view of both clinical cases and research outcomes.
Min. Credits: 3.0
Credit Basis: Quarter credit
Location(s): Antioch Univ Seattle
Method(s): Classroom
Prerequisites: PSYC-8020: Neuropsychology
Faculty Consent Required: N
Program Approval Required: N
Course Type Psychology, Counseling and Therapy

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PSYC-8030: Assessment: Neuropsychology