Applied Neuropsychology

Aim

On completion of the course, the student should be able to: - identify information needs, use relevant search tools and critically review search results regarding neuropsychology, neuropsychological diagnostic work and neuropsychological treatment. - orally and in writing, account for, analyse and critically review central theoretical and methodological concepts within neuropsychology, neuropsychological diagnostic work and neuropsychological treatment. - account for, analyse and critically review how different forms of neurological diseases or injuries can be examined and treated. - account for, analyse and critically reflect on how the previously mentioned knowledge of neuropsychology, neuropsychological diagnostic work and neuropsychological treatment can be applied by a professional psychologist.

Content

The course covers neuropsychology from an examination and treatment perspective. The students should gain awareness of how different forms of neurological diseases or injuries can be examined and treated.