Child Neuropsychological Disorders

This subject is not offered in 2013.

54 hours

The following are prerequisites:

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Completion of APAC approved psychology studies to fourth-year (Honours) level.

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For the purposes of considering requests for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills and Assessment Requirements of this entry.

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This subject covers topics such as the process of central nervous system development, and the impact of cerebral insult on the process of development. Theoretical issues, including recovery of function and cerebral plasticity, are addressed with reference to CNS disorders common to children (such as head injury, epilepsy, cerebral infection, attention deficits, learning disabilities, and the autistic spectrum of disorders). Clinical practice in child neuropsychology is also addressed with reference to topics such as neuropsychological assessment procedures, family interventions, and behavioural management.

This subject will encourage students to consider neuropsychological disorders within a biopsychosocial framework, considering the context of nervous system development, cognitive development and the environment.

Two 1500 word essays due mid semester and end of semster worth 50% each.

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This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Written, oral and interpersonal communication skills

Analytical, information integration and synthesizing skills.