SOCIO-MEDICAL ASPECTS
 
Taught in 3rd year Remedial education one year programme
Theory [A] 26.0
Exercises [B] 0.0
Training and projects [C] 0.0
Studytime [D] 78.0
Studypoints [E] 3
Level  
Credit contract? Unrestricted access
Examination contract?
Language of instruction Dutch
Lecturer  
Reference SGORTH01A00077
 
Key words
Neuropsychology, Genetics, Neurophysiology, Psychopharmacology

Objectives
To acquire elementary knowledge of and gain an insight into the basic principles of neuropsychology (brain-behaviour relationship) and the corresponding pathology.
To acquire elementary knowledge of and gain an insight into the basic principles of genetics and the corresponding pathology.
To acquire elementary knowledge of and gain an insight into the basic principles of pharmacology and the corresponding pathology.
To acquire elementary knowledge of and gain an insight into childhood diseases and vaccinations.

Topics
Functioning of the central nervous system, lobes of the brain (frontal, parietal, occipital, temporal) and functions, pyramidal system channels, frontal syndrome, epilepsy, aphasia.
Genetic code, cell division, standard patterns of genetics, numeral and structural chromosome defects, prenatal examination, psychological guidance accompanied by the hereditary examination.
Neurotransmitters, psychopharmacologic drugs, stimulants: drugs and alcohol.
Childhood diseases and vaccinations.

Prerequisites
There is no specific prior knowledge required.

Final Objectives


Materials used
Syllabus, personal notes

Study costs


Study guidance
Consultation by appointment.

Teaching Methods
Teaching with debating method.
Concretizing using visual material.

Assessment
Exam: Yes
Period: January
Form: Written

Lecturer(s)
Peter WALLEGHEM