2020-2021 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PSYC 285 - Introduction to Neuropsychology

3 CR
Neuropsychology is the study of the relationship between behaviors, memory, emotions, perceptions, and human brain function. Brain dysfunction, disease and mental illness are also examined in relation to the normal and abnormal functioning of the brain. A biopsychosocial approach is applied to this understanding.

Requisites: Take PSYC 201  with at least a grade of C.
Michigan Transfer Agreement Requirement: Social Sciences
Course Learning Outcomes:
  1. Analyze the impact of lifestyle choices on physical/neurological and/or mental wellness.
  2. Analyze the influences that impact physical/neurological and/or mental wellness.
  3. Identify the connection between brain function and structure, and subsequent behaviors or abilities.
  4. Identify the relationships between brain function and mental health.
  5. Determine the degree of validity of inferences drawn from specific evidence.