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2023-2026 Academic Catalog

PSY 8470 - Neuropathological Conditions

(2 Credits)

Many conditions presenting with psychological and behavioral manifestations are in effect the result of neuropathology. This course will examine those syndromes, their neurocognitive and neurobehavioral sequel, issues on differential diagnosis and intervention strategies including pharmacological, psychotherapeutic, cognitive rehabilitation, case management, inpatient or community-based treatment. Among the syndromes to be analyzed the following will receive primary consideration: congenital malformation/abnormalities (e.g. C.P., callosal agenesis), dementia (e.g. Alzheimer), vascular pathologies (e.g. stroke), neoplastic abnormalities (e.g. meningioma). The second part of the course will focus on acquired neuropathological conditions such as traumatic conditions (e.g. Post-Concussion Syndrome), infections (encephalitis), and encephalopathies (e.g. Korsakov syndrome).
Pre-requisite(s): PSY 5410