Neuropsychology

Course Syllabus

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Course Description

This course will explore a variety of topics involving Neruropsychology and the brain.  Topics will include structure of the nervous system, brain, and neurons, the development of Neuropsychology as a science, behavior, biochemical activity, motor function, senses, and vision.  Laboratory work, research projects, and field trips (possibly) will be included in the course. 

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Course Outline- Proposed units to be covered (subject to change):

Origins and Development of Neuropsychology

• Brain and Neuron Hypothesis

• Human Origin, Species Comparison

• Modern Developments

Structure of the Neuron

• Synapses

• Transmitters

• Receptors

Structure of the Brain and Nervous System

• Organization of the Sensory Systems

• Organization of the Motor Systems

Anatomy and Function of the Lobes of the Brain

• Occipital, Parietal, Temporal, Frontal

Higher Functions of the Brain

• Memory, Language, Emotion

Learning Disabilities

• Historical Background

• Types of Learning Disabilities

Neurological/Psychiatric Disorders

• Traumatic Head Injuries, Assessment of Brain Injury

• Epliepsy, Tumors, Sleep Disorders, Headaches

• Schizophrenia, Motor Disorders, Alzheimer’s Disease, Psychosurgery