CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY

Catalog description

This course is designed to provide an overview of clinical neuropsychology. Students will become familiar with various disorders of the central nervous system and the role of neuropsychological assessment in diagnosing and treating these disorders. Classes will consist of lectures, hands-on practice with administering neuropsychological tests, and review of clinical case studies. Students will also learn the clinical application of neuropsychological assessments (e.g., treatment recommendations, cognitive rehabilitation, and determination of capacity).