Key words
Biology, Human Behavior, Genetics, Neuro-Anatomy, Neurophysiology, Endocrinology
Objectives
Students:
1) indicate precisely the importance of a multidimensional approach of human behiavior;
2) define correctly the biological lexicon;
3) formulate critically the psycho-social and/or ethical implications of genetic, neurological en hormonal disorders;
4) explain accurately the function of the social worker within genetic and psycho-social counseling.
Topics
To study the biological basis of human behavior, we start from the bio-psycho-social model.
The first part deals with fundamentals of genetics (DNA, celdivision, genotype and fenotype, inheritage,...) and psycho-social aspects within genetic counseling.
The second part deals with neurophysiology (elements and functions of the nervous system).
This will be demonstrated by for example the biological basis of consciousness (sleep and awarness), epilepsy,...
In a third part the hormonal system will be studied. Hereby e.g. diabetes will be discussed.
The link between the psycho-social and ethical consequences of the biological basis of human behavior and the function of the social worker shall be stressed during the whole course.
Prerequisites
None
Final Objectives
Materials used
M. Cokelaere & P. Craeynest (2000, 2 de. druk), Onze genen. Handboek menselijke erfelijkheid, Leuven, Acco.
Scientific texts and personal notes.
Study costs
Book: 27,30 euro
Reader: +/- 3,00 euro
Study guidance
Consultation by appointment.
Exam models and exercises shall be discussed and corrected in class.
Teaching Methods
Lectures, teaching with debating method, exercises (during the lessons in large and small groups), observation of video fragments, self-study.
Assessment
Written examination in January/June.
Lecturer(s)
Karin Temmerman
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