PSYC-484 Developmental Neuroscience (3)

Examines the interface of neuroscience and child development, with a focus on the neurophysiological basis of developmental disorders. A basic introduction to child development and the developing brain provides the backdrop for further exploration of developmental dyslexia, autism spectrum disorders, and attention deficit disorder. Primary literature is read to provide up-to-date understanding of the neurophysiological bases of these major developmental disorders. Crosslist: PSYC-684. Prerequisite: NEUR-210 or PSYC-325.