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This course will examine neural systems in the brain with a view to understanding the neurobiological, psychiatric and cognitive bases of a selected number of human neurological conditions. The topics may vary from year to year but will include memory and related systems in the brain, as well as neurodegenerative conditions such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and different dementias including Alzheimer's disease. Neurodevelopmental changes and related issues, for example foetal alcohol effects, may also be considered. Some understanding of neuroscience methods will be included, especially brain imaging and neuropsychopharmacology.
At the end of the course, students should:1. Understand the basics of neurons, the geography of the mammalian brain and some key neural systems.2. Be able to critically assess the underlying features of some common neurological disorders. These will vary from year to year but are likely to be selected from: amnesic conditions; neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease; neurodevelopmental disorders, such as foetal alcohol spectrum and schizophrenia; multiple sclerosis; acute brain injury, such as stroke or traumatic brain injury. This will include consideration of theoretical and experimental issues with respect to their neurobiology, neuropsychological processes, and potentials for intervention and/or functional recovery.3. Have an introductory understanding of basic neuropsychopharmacology relevant to some of the neurological disorders.4. Be familiar with some neuroscience methods in animals and in humans, including brain imaging and genetic modifications of neural activity.
Psyc105, PSYC206 and PSYC215
PSYC333
Students must attend one activity from each section.
John Dalrymple-Alford
Beyond introductory chapters, a textbook is not followed; lecture slides / handouts and/or extra material will cover the topics in question. Introductory material can be found in the textbook, Carlson, N. Physiology of Behavior (12th or 11th edition; previous editions will be relevant also).
Domestic fee $1,099.00
International fee $5,388.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing .