NRSC465

Experimental neuropsychology uses empirical methods to study processes of the human nervous system in relation to cognition and affect across contexts of mental health and illness. This seminar focuses on clinical neuropsychological assessment as a means to understand neuropsychiatric conditions at an endophenotypic level, with particular emphasis on characterizing intermediate cognitive and affective mechanisms that give rise to psychopathology. Students work in groups to test novel hypotheses using human subjects and, through the research process, learn methods of neuropsychological evaluation. Additional features of the course include research ethics training and certification, multivariate data analysis, scientific writing in APA style, and professional development. Prerequisite(s): NS/PY 160 or PSYC 215; and BIO 244, NRSC 205, or PSYC 218. Only open to seniors.